Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee has been summoned by the Kolkata Police as part of an investigation into the proliferation of illegal billboards in the city. A formal notice was delivered to Banerjee’s residence on Kalighat Road, requiring him to report to the Shakespeare Sarani Police Station on September 1 at 12:00 PM.

The summons marks a significant development in the local administration's crackdown on unauthorized outdoor advertising. While the police have initiated this formal process, the specific nature of Banerjee’s alleged involvement or the evidence linking him to the illegal structures has not been publicly detailed in the initial reports. The investigation appears to be part of a broader effort by municipal authorities to address safety and regulatory concerns regarding city signage.

As of now, there has been no official statement from Banerjee or his legal team regarding whether he intends to comply with the summons or if he will challenge the notice in court. The situation remains fluid, with local political observers watching to see how the investigation proceeds and whether it will lead to further legal action or if it is a preliminary step in a wider inquiry into municipal governance.