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Naoda MLA Humayun Kabir detained, then released after 12 hours

By Drooid · Oct 10, 2026, 4:03 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

Humayun Kabir, Naoda MLA, was detained by police at the Rejinagar bypoll on Oct 6 2026 and released after 12 hours.
He alleged that police and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari used police administration to secure a BJP victory in Rejinagar.
He announced he will move to Dubai on a 10-year golden visa.
He said he will quit politics and resign as Naoda MLA after Durga Puja.

History

Historical Context

In 2008 Karnataka, the BJP launched “Operation Kamala,” led by minister G. Janardhana Reddy, inducing opposition MLAs to defect and raising its seats from 110 to 115 after five by-election wins, sidestepping the anti-defection law. In October 2026, West Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir alleged Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari deployed police in Rejinagar to aid a BJP win, echoing the earlier use of state power.

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Story summary

Humayun Kabir, Naoda MLA, was detained by police at the Rejinagar bypoll on Oct 6 2026 and released after 12 hours.
He alleged that police and Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari used police administration to secure a BJP victory in Rejinagar.
He announced he will move to Dubai on a 10-year golden visa.
He said he will quit politics and resign as Naoda MLA after Durga Puja.

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