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BCI Moves to Check Mamata Banerjee’s Advocate Licence After Calcutta High Court Appearance
India
Published on 15 May 2026
BCI spots different attire between Supreme Court and High Court
The Bar Council of India has begun verifying whether West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee holds a valid licence to practice law after she appeared in advocate attire at the Calcutta High Court for a PIL on alleged post-poll violence. BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra questioned a discrepancy between her Supreme Court appearance and this High Court appearance. The BCI has asked the West Bengal Bar Council to provide enrolment and practice-status details within two days, including her enrolment number and current status on the advocates roll.
- BCI is verifying Mamata Banerjee’s legal licence and enrolment status
- Mishra says her attire differed between Supreme Court and Calcutta High Court
- BCI sent a letter dated May 14 to the West Bengal Bar Council
- Request includes enrolment number, enrolment date, and name on the State Roll
- BCI asked whether she ever reported suspension or cessation of practice
- Details are due within two days for further action
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