Sandeshkhali Ka Bhai? All You Need To Know About Shahjahan Sheikh
Charges Against Sheikh
Shahjahan Sheikh faces accusations of gang rape and exploiting women in Sandeshkhali. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted a search after his name emerged in the ration scam. During the raid at TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahans residence, Trinamool Congress supporters protested, attacking ED officials and damaging their vehicles.
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Revealing Scandal
Revelations about Shahjahan Sheikhs scandal surfaced only after the assault on the ED team. Women came forward, alleging sexual harassment by him and his supporters, along with accusations of land grabbing from the poor.
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Leader Of TMC
Shahjahan Sheikh holds significant sway as a TMC leader. He serves as the Fisheries and Animal Resources Officer of North 24 Parganas District Council and holds the position of Block President of Sandeshkhali 1.
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Fish Farm Worker
Initially working on a fish farm to earn a living, Shahjahan Sheikh also engaged in various jobs like conductor, vegetable seller, and brick kiln worker around 2000.
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Fish Farm Owner
He owns numerous fish farms across North 24 Parganas district and possesses rights to several brick kilns and shopping complexes.
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Family Members
Shahjahan Sheikhs uncle, Moslem Sheikh, wielded considerable influence as a CPM leader in Sandeshkhali. His uncles guidance paved Shahjahans entry into politics.
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Mentored By Uncle
Under his uncles mentorship, Shahjahan ventured into the fishing business before consolidating his position in politics and establishing a clandestine business empire.
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Sandeshkhali Ka Bhai
Locals refer to him as Shahjahan Bhai or Sandeshkhali Ka Bhai. Despite his Robinhood-like image, Shahjahan Sheikh has amassed substantial benami properties through illicit means, reflecting his audacious demeanor.
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Money, Assets
In his election affidavit, Shaikh declared an annual income of Rs 20 lakh, ownership of 17 cars, 43 bighas of land, jewellery exceeding Rs 2 crore in value, and bank deposits of approximately Rs 2 crore.
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Close Ties With Mukul Roy
Shahjahan Sheikh initially enjoyed close ties with TMC national general secretary Mukul Roy and North 24 Parganas TMC district president Jyotipriyo Malik. His political clout surged further when Malik assumed a ministerial role in the Mamata government, which Shahjahan exploited for his own gain.
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