Overview
- Dutta’s earlier bail plea was rejected for being “very influential” with an alleged escape risk, and prosecutors again opposed his release.
- Police have two FIRs open from the December 13 Salt Lake Stadium unrest, and the investigation continues even as Dutta leaves custody.
- He was booked under BNS provisions for provocation to riot, mischief, assault on public servants and grievous hurt, plus state public-order and public-property damage laws.
- Thousands of fans vandalised seats and tore banners, with allegations of arson leading to at least six arrests in the second case.
- Police estimate about 35,000 spectators bought tickets worth roughly Rs 19 crore, and the state sports minister was relieved of duties pending the probe.