TMC MP Mahua Moitra claims Nadia administration ordered her to vacate circuit house
TMC MP Mahua Moitra Claims Nadia Administration Ordered Her to Vacate Circuit House Overnight
Bharatmorningnews.com – TMC MP Mahua Moitra claims the Nadia district administration in West Bengal has formally ordered her to vacate the local circuit house late at night, following an incident that she described as an attempt to harass the elected representative. The political controversy erupted on Friday when Moitra, who had been allotted a room at the state-owned property for her overnight stay after a parliament session, received an official directive to leave the premises.
According to reports, the situation escalated when large crowds gathered outside the circuit house premises, shouting ‘Jai Shree Ram’ slogans after Moitra refused to leave her room. The Krishanagar MP took to social media to share her version of events, asserting that as an elected Member of Parliament, she was entitled to use the facility but was being pressurised by district authorities to move out in the middle of the night.
Timeline of Events and Official Order
In a detailed video message posted on X, Moitra explained the sequence of events that led to the confrontation. “The room was given to me in a properly made up manner and I was even served my dinner here. I moved in at around 6.15 pm and since 10 o’clock the district administration is sending me messages to vacate the room,” she stated. The MP further revealed that she had received a formal order from the district authorities asking her to move out, which she claimed was recorded around 11 pm.
“I told them that I am obviously not going to move out and now I have received an order from the district authorities asking me to move out,” Moitra said in her message.
The official order, which Moitra shared on social media, was issued by the Nazareth deputy collector of Nadia. According to the document, “In view of facilitating the annual maintenances cum upkeep and cleaning arrangements, the Nadia circuit house shall not be available for service from the evening of August 14, 2026 till further orders.” The order also specified that “Reservations already confirmed prior to 13th August, 2026 only shall be exempted from the general purview of this order.”
Legal Context and Public Reaction
Moitra’s claims come against the backdrop of ongoing legal proceedings and public demonstrations against TMC leaders. The MP referenced the Supreme Court’s observations in connection with a petition she had filed seeking protection from what she described as the “crowd culture” of repeated attacks and pelting of eggs at TMC leaders. “The Supreme Court had asked me to face the people on the ground like a freedom fighter and I am doing just that,” Moitra declared, expressing her determination not to back down from the situation.
The MP also highlighted what she perceived as a contradiction in the administrative response. “The Calcutta High Court had told me that the district administration would provide me protection, and yet it is the same authority that’s ordering me to move out and harass me,” she pointed out. This statement underscores the complex relationship between judicial directives and administrative actions in the ongoing political dispute.
As of the time of reporting, no immediate response had been received from the Nadia district authorities regarding Moitra’s claims. The incident has sparked discussions about the treatment of elected representatives and the role of local administration in ensuring their safety and comfort during official visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official reason given for vacating the circuit house? The Nadia district administration cited annual maintenance and cleaning arrangements as the official reason for asking Moitra to vacate the circuit house.
When was the reservation for Moitra’s stay confirmed? According to the order, reservations confirmed prior to August 13, 2026, would be exempted from the general order to vacate the premises.
What legal protections does Moitra claim to have? Moitra has referenced both Supreme Court and Calcutta High Court directives that she believes should ensure her protection from crowd-related incidents.
Has the Nadia administration responded to the allegations? As of the latest reports, no immediate response has been received from the Nadia district authorities regarding Moitra’s claims.