Calcutta High Court Denies Bail to Former Minister Sujit Bose in Money-Laundering Case

The Calcutta High Court declined bail to former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose in proceedings under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.

Background and legal issue

The Court examined the request for release in the context of the allegations and the statutory bail framework applicable to the pending money-laundering case.

Court’s reasoning and procedural position

Denial of bail is not a determination that the accused is guilty. The prosecution must still prove its case at trial, and further bail remedies remain governed by law.

Legal consequence and next step

Bose remains subject to the existing custody order unless relief is granted by a competent court.