File image of the mother, brother, and Father of Late Barun Biswas.
| Photo Credit: S. Subramanium
Family members of slain school teacher and anti-crime activist Barun Biswas on Saturday (July 4, 2026) approached West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, seeking a fresh SIT probe into his murder under the supervision of a retired Calcutta High Court judge.
The demand comes a day ahead of the 14th death anniversary of Biswas, who was shot dead by assailants near Gobardanga railway station in North 24 Parganas district on July 5, 2012. A teacher at Kolkata’s Mitra Institution, Biswas had earned recognition for his campaign against anti-social elements in the area.
A member of the family alleged that the investigation carried out over the years was “an eyewash” and demanded that it be reopened.
“We want the mystery behind Barun Biswas’ murder to be fully uncovered. For years, what happened in the name of investigation was nothing but an eyewash. We have requested that a fresh SIT be constituted under the supervision of a retired High Court judge so that the truth comes out,” the family member told PTI.
The family also alleged that former State Minister Jyotipriya Mallick was the “mastermind” behind the murder and should be investigated. There was no immediate response from Mallick.
“Our demand is simple. Everyone responsible for Barun’s murder must be brought to justice. We believe the real conspirators have not been held accountable. We have come to the Chief Minister with the hope that a fresh investigation will finally ensure justice,” another family member said.
According to the family, nine persons were arrested in connection with the case, one of whom died in custody, while the remaining accused are currently out on bail. They alleged that several other suspects were never brought to book.
The family said they were hopeful that the new government would consider their demand for a fresh investigation and ensure that the case is examined afresh under judicial supervision.
The allegations made by the family could not be independently verified, and there was no immediate reaction from the State government.
Published – July 04, 2026 01:29 pm IST
