Published: June 6, 2026 โข 9:06 AM IST ยท Updated: June 6, 2026 โข 9:42 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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The Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested former TMC MLA Shaukat Molla in connection with the Bhangar crude bomb explosion case.
According to sources, the arrest came after an extensive manhunt and surveillance operation near Kolkata.
While NIA sources claim that Shaukat Molla was attempting to evade arrest, his family has maintained that he was in contact with lawyers and voluntarily surrendered before investigators.
The conflicting versions have added a new layer of controversy to the high-profile case.
The bomb explosion, which occurred in Bhangar during the election period, remains under investigation.