Kolkata rape accused Manojit Mishra's lawyer license cancelled

The West Bengal Bar Council on Wednesday revoked the licence of Manojit Mishra, barring him from practising law. This decision comes after Mishra's name emerged as the prime accused in the alleged rape of a student at South Kolkata Law College and subsequent revelations of his past misdeeds.

The Bar Council acted seven days after receiving a formal complaint regarding the incident.

Following the Bengal Bar Council's meeting on July 2, it was decided that Mishra's name would be removed from the list of lawyers and the decision would be communicated to the Central Bar Council. This move effectively bars Mishra from representing clients in any court in the state.

The South Kolkata Law College rape case has led to widespread outrage, prompting a thorough investigation by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Kolkata Police, with assistance from the Intelligence Department.

Four individuals, including Mishra, have been arrested in connection with the incident. Additionally, the case was taken over by the Detective Department of Kolkata Police.

As the main accused, Mishra allegedly held a prominent position in the Trinamool Congress student council (TMCP) and was practicing as a lawyer in the Alipore court. The Bar Council's decision is seen as a strong stance against this misconduct.

Mishra will no longer be able to represent clients in any court in the state. Previously on Tuesday, the Governing Body of South Calcutta Law College had expelled Monojit Mishra from the temporary post as well as both students were also expelled from the college.

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