Mamata Banerjee Backs Jyotipriya Mallick for Habra Seat, Alleges Political Targeting

Habra, West Bengal: Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday extended her full support to senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Jyotipriya Mallick, announcing him as the party’s candidate from Habra for the upcoming assembly elections.

🗳️ Mamata Backs Mallick

Backing her long-time associate, Banerjee asserted that Mallick has been unfairly targeted in a money laundering case.

She alleged that the case against him was part of a conspiracy involving the CPI(M).

⚖️ ED Case Background

Mallick, who served as Food and Supplies Minister in the state government from 2011 to 2021, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in October 2023.

The arrest was linked to an alleged multi-crore ration distribution scam.

At the time, he was serving as the state’s forest minister.

⏳ Bail Granted

He was granted bail in January 2025, after which he resumed active political engagement.

📊 Political Context

The announcement comes amid heightened political activity ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections, with parties fielding key leaders and intensifying campaign strategies.

🧩 Conclusion

Mamata Banerjee’s backing of Mallick signals the TMC’s confidence in its senior leadership, even as political debates over corruption allegations continue to dominate the election narrative.