Restriction on Gatherings for Lawful Purposes Requires Imminent Threat to Public Order: Calcutta High Court
Calcutta High Court delivered an important judgment regarding the right to hold public rallies, examining the interplay between public order regulations and individual rights. The case in question, WPA 21455 of 2024, pits Dr. Partha Biswas against The State of West Bengal & Ors., and highlights critical issues related to public demonstrations and police authority. Background of the Case: Dr. Partha Biswas, Chief Coordinator of Mission Abhaya, a philanthropic organization,…