A High Court judge in Kolkata has issued an arrest warrant against Mahua Moitra, the Member of Parliament representing West Bengal, for failing to appear before the court as summoned. The warrant follows an order that required her to attend a hearing, which she did not comply with. In a statement, Moitra said she would challenge the warrant and seek a review of the court’s decision.
The decision has sparked debate among political observers and the public, who are watching how the judiciary will enforce its orders against elected representatives. Authorities have not released further details about the grounds for the summons or the specific allegations that led to the order.
Moitra’s lawyers have indicated that they will file a petition to overturn the warrant, arguing that her non‑appearance was not intentional. The case remains under active scrutiny as it moves through the legal process.
The incident underscores the broader discussion on legal accountability for MPs and the mechanisms in place to ensure compliance with court directives.
