Advocate Ashok Kumar Singh: A Decade of Devotion at Alipore Criminal Court

Advocate Ashok Kumar Singh: A Decade of Devotion at Alipore Criminal Court

Introduction

From approximately ten years ago, Advocate Ashok Kumar Singh—a seasoned practitioner of criminal law at the Alipore Criminal Court, Kolkata—has marked the holy occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi within the courthouse precincts. Through consistent celebration, he brought a touch of spirituality to the otherwise solemn realm of legal proceedings, fostering camaraderie and reverence among legal professionals.

Celebratory Tradition

Every year, Advocate Singh orchestrated a modest but sincere Ganesh Chaturthi observance at his chambers or within the court premises:

1. A beautifully crafted clay idol of Lord Ganesha would arrive early in the day.
2. The morning began with traditional aarti and chanting, resonating through the corridor of justice.
3. Devotees—comprising fellow advocates, court staff, and occasionally even judges—joined in, creating a collective moment of prayer, offering modaks, flowers, and fruits.
4. The ceremony concluded with a short dhun or mantra, culminating in a communal sense of peace, purpose, and goodwill.

Purpose & Impact

1. Spiritual Respite: In the hustle of criminal cases and court schedules, these few moments of devotion acted as a spiritual pause—a reminder of faith and humility transcending the courtroom.
2. Fostering Unity: The observance became a point of connection across professional boundaries—junior advocates standing shoulder to shoulder with veterans, court clerks smiling alongside litigants, all unified by reverence for Lord Ganesh.
3. Cultural Integration: Traditionally more subdued in Kolkata compared to other regions, Ganesh Chaturthi used to be a private affair. Singh’s initiative brought cultural richness into the legal environment, celebrating tradition in a new locale.
4. Enduring Legacy: Over the years, this small tradition became known as the “Ganesh Puja at Alipore Court”, anticipated and appreciated by the court’s community.

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is one of the most celebrated Hindu festivals in India, dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. It usually falls in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September) according to the Hindu lunar calendar.

The festival marks the birth of Lord Ganesha, son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. People bring beautifully crafted clay idols of Ganesha into their homes and public pandals, and worship Him with devotion through rituals, chanting of mantras, Vedic hymns, and offerings of flowers, fruits, and His favorite sweet – modaks.

Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with great grandeur in states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Andhra Pradesh, and Goa, and has also spread worldwide among Indian communities. The celebration usually lasts from one and a half days to ten days, depending on family or community tradition.

A significant part of the festival is the visarjan (immersion) of Ganesha idols in water bodies, symbolizing the cycle of creation and dissolution in nature. Devotees chant “Ganapati Bappa Morya, Pudhchya Varshi Lavkar Ya” (O Lord Ganesha, come again soon next year) during the immersion procession, expressing both joy and devotion.

Beyond its religious importance, Ganesh Chaturthi also promotes social unity, art, and culture. Public pandals often become centers of cultural activities, music, dance, and social service.

At its core, Ganesh Chaturthi teaches the values of faith, humility, gratitude, and community harmony, while invoking Lord Ganesha’s blessings for wisdom, prosperity, and success in all endeavors.

Jayanti Sounth, – Versus – Canara Bank & Anr.,; before the Hon’ble DRT Kolkata 2;

 

Date : 25^th day of June’ 2025

To,

1. Canara Bank, Kharagpur Branch, IFSC Code : CNRB0000190, Branch Code : 190, Near Hanuman Mandir, Fatak Bazaar, Kharida, Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur, PIN – 721301, West Bengal. Phone no. 8334999207, Email : cb0190@canarabank.com

2. The Authorized Officer, Chief Manager, Kharagpur, DP Code -0190, Canara Bank, Kharagpur Branch, IFSC Code : CNRB0000190, Branch Code : 190, Near Hanuman Mandir, Fatak Bazaar, Kharida, Kharagpur, Paschim Medinipur, PIN – 721301, West Bengal. Phone no. 8334999207, Email : cb0190@canarabank.com

 

 

Reg.: IA no. ________ of 2025, being an Application to Stay on the Possession Notice dated 21-01-2025, AND IA no. _______ of 2025, being an application for Advance hearing;

Ref.: S. A. No. ___________ of 2025;

(Diary No. _____________ of 2025)

In the matter of;

Jayanti Sounth, – Versus – Canara Bank & Anr.,;

before the Hon’ble DRT Kolkata 2;

 

Dear Sir/s, Madam/s,

 

Please take note that copies of the above referred IA applications being no. ________ of 2025 with all annexures and IA no. _______ of 2025, has already been served upon you, which has been received by you.

 

Please take further note that the said applications have been fixed for hearing on 09/07/2025, ( 9^th day of July’ 2025 ), before the Hon’ble Debts Recovery Tribunal Kolkata - 1, when please attend the Hon’ble Tribunal.

 

This is for your information and necessary action. Please take steps accordingly.

 

 

 

Thanking you,

 

Yours’ faithfully,

 

 

Ashok Kumar Singh,

Advocate

High Court Calcutta

 

CRAN No. 02/2025, in connection with CRR No. 3477 of 2024

 

Date : 14^th day of July’ 2025

To,

1.  The Learned Public Prosecutor, Hon’ble High Court Calcutta.

 

2.  Tithi De Adhikary @ Tithi Adhikary, wife of Arnab De, Daughter of Somnath Adhikary, residing at Village – East Burikhali, Post Office – Burikhali, Police Station – Bauria, District – Howrah, Pin – 711310.

 

Ref.: CRAN No. 02/2025, in connection with CRR No. 3477 of 2024

          In the matter of ;

          Arnab De & Others _________Petitioner / Husband

-      Versus –

The State of West Bengal and Others________Opposite Parties

Dear Sir,

          Enclosed please find herewith a copy of CRAN No. 02/2025, in connection with CRR No. 3476 of 2024, with all annexures containing 19 pages, thereof, for recalling of the Order dated 12^th day of February’ 2025.

 

          The aforementioned matter is likely to be listed before Her Ladyship Hon’ble Justice Suvra Ghosh, on 18^th day of July’ 2025, or soon thereafter as the Hon’ble Court’s business may permit.

 

Kindly take steps accordingly.

 

Thanking you,

 

Yours’ faithfully,

 

Ashok Kumar Singh,

Advocate

High Court Calcutta                                     Enclo.: as above.

Intimation regarding mentioning of the matter before the Hon’ble Justice Gaurang Kanth, on 4th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday);

 

 

                                                          Date : 1^st day of August’ 2025

To,

The Learned Government Pleader,

High Court Calcutta

 

Ref.: WPA No. 10765 of 2023

In the matter of ;

Sukanta Bhowmick & Anr.,

                   ____________Petitioners

-      Versus –

The State of West Bengal & Ors.

                   ___________Respondents

Subject: Intimation regarding mentioning of the matter before the Hon’ble Justice Gaurang Kanth, on 4^th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday);

Dear Sir/Madam,

I write to inform you that the undersigned, being the Advocate for the Petitioners in the matter titled as WPA No. 10765 of 2023 {Sukanta Bhowmick & Anr., - Versus – The State of West Bengal & Ors.}, which is under consideration before the Hon’ble High Court at Calcutta, has caused the matter to be mentioned before the Hon’ble Court on 4^th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday), seeking urgent listing and necessary directions.

You are hereby requested to take note of the above and make necessary arrangements to be present or be represented through your learned Advocate on the said date.

This communication is being sent for your information and necessary action.

Thanking you,

 

Yours’ faithfully,

 

 

Ashok Kumar Singh,

Advocate

High Court Calcutta

 

Intimation regarding mentioning of the matter before the Hon’ble Justice Gaurang Kanth, on 18th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday);

 

 

                                                          Date : 14^th day of August’ 2025

To,

1)     The State of West Bengal, Service through the Secretary, Department of Urban Development & Municipal Affair, having it’s office at NagarayanBhavan, Block DF 8, Sector I, Salt Lake City, Second Avenue, Bidhan Nagar, Kolkata – 700064.

 

2)     The Commissioner, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, having its office at 5, S.N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata – 700013.

 

3)     The Mayor in Council, Building Department, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, having its office at 5, S.N. Banerjee Road, Kolkata – 700013.

 

4)     The Chairman, Borough No. XII, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, having its office at Pal Bazaar, 47, Garfa Main Rd, beside State Bank of India, Pal Bazaar, Bhattacharjee Para, Garfa, Kolkata, West Bengal 700075.

 

5)     The Councilor, Ward no. 109, Kolkata Municipal Corporation, having his office at Purbalok, Mukundapur, Kolkata - 700099.

 

6)     The Assistant Engineer, Building Department,Kolkata Municipal Corporation, having its office atPal Bazaar, 47, Garfa Main Rd, beside State Bank of India, Pal Bazaar, Bhattacharjee Para, Garfa, Kolkata - 700075.

 

7)     The Officer in Charge, Survey Park Police Station, having its Office at Ground Floor, D-50 2, East Rajapur, Santoshpur, Kolkata, West Bengal 700075.

 

8)     Smt. SaktiSinha Roy, Wife of Late SubrataSinha Roy, residing at Premises being no. 42/1B/1, P.G.H.Road, Post Office – Jadavpur University, Police Station – Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032, District – South 24 Parganas.

Ref.: WPA No. 10765 of 2023

In the matter of ;

Sukanta Bhowmick & Anr.,

                   ____________Petitioners

-      Versus –

The State of West Bengal & Ors.

                   ___________Respondents

Subject: Intimation regarding mentioning of the matter before the Hon’ble Justice Gaurang Kanth, on 18^th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday);

Dear Sir/Madam,

I write to inform you that the undersigned, being the Advocate for the Petitioners in the matter titled as WPA No. 10765 of 2023 {Sukanta Bhowmick & Anr., - Versus – The State of West Bengal & Ors.}, which is under consideration before the Hon’ble High Court at Calcutta, has caused the matter to be mentioned before the Hon’ble Court on 18^th day of August’ 2025 (i.e. Monday), seeking UPGRADATION in listing and necessary directions.

You are hereby requested to take note of the above and make necessary arrangements to be present or be represented through your learned Advocate on the said date.

 

 

This communication is being sent for your information and necessary action.

Thanking you,

 

Yours’ faithfully,

 

 

Ashok Kumar Singh,

Advocate

High Court Calcutta

 

Service of Affidavit in Reply in IA No. _______/KB/2025 in CP (IB) No. 2137/KB/2019 – Samskar Financial Services Pvt. Ltd. vs. Roofers Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd.

 

 

Date : 25^th day of August’ 2025

To,
Mr. Tapan Chakraborty
Resolution Professional of
Roofers Infrastructure India Private Limited (In CIRP)
IBBI Regn. No.: IBBI/IPA-003/IP-N000173/2018-19/12121
YMCA Building, 2^nd Floor, 25, Jawaharlal Nehru Road,

Kolkata – 700087.

Email : roofersindia.cirp@gmail.com

 

Sub: Service of Affidavit in Reply in IA No. _______/KB/2025 in CP (IB) No. 2137/KB/2019 – Samskar Financial Services Pvt. Ltd. vs. Roofers Infrastructure India Pvt. Ltd.

 

Dear Sir,

Under instructions from and on behalf of my client, Mrs. Jayanti Sounth, Respondent No. 2, I am forwarding herewith a copy of the Affidavit in Reply filed before the Hon’ble National Company Law Tribunal, Kolkata Bench, in connection with the above-mentioned matter.

 

The said Affidavit in Reply is being duly served upon you in compliance with the procedural requirements of the Hon’ble Tribunal. Kindly acknowledge receipt of the same.

 

Thanking you,

Yours’ faithfully,

 

 

Ashok Kumar Singh,

Advocate

Enclosed: Copy of Affidavit in Reply with Annexures;