Prasun Banerjee | MLA, Author, Filmmaker

Creativity matters to me and I would like
to be remembered as a creative Lawmaker

Of the People

By the People

For the People

A celebrated bilingual author, filmmaker, actor, former IPS officer and present MLA from Chanchal, Malda, West Bengal, Prasun Banerjee dons many hats. He straddles a world of experience as a lawmaker to his undying commitment to be ‘with the people’ and ‘for the people.’ He is also the Chairman of the Standing Committee on Information Technology & Technical Education, a Member of the Standing Committee on Higher Education, and a Member of the Standing Committee on Public Undertakings. Touching upon human lives through his NGO, Prasun Banerjee juggles between his legal lectures, working for his constituency and penning down thrillers for young adults. Banerjee is often seen behind the camera, making films on social and climate issues as learning lessons for the masses. When at leisure, which is rare for him, he plays cricket and is passionate about collecting ‘Cricket Bats’ from across the globe.

Lawmaker/Legal Researcher

Prasun Banerjee stepped into The Assembly in May 2026. He is a very impactful legislator with his constant thought-provoking arguments on the floor of the assembly. He picks up important issues from state budget to stormy bills like Prevention of Anti- Social activities etc. He has become the face of Opposition and the voice of millions who choose to disagree democratically. With his impactful speeches he has been able to impress upon the government to be accomodative, justifying the ethos, that 'The floor belongs to Opposition' His committment to democratic and fundamental rights is reflected from the selection of his legal research topic:

Legal Framework & Protection against False FIR &
Arbitrary Arrest with reference to NE India

He plans to go beyond academics and place all the findings before the Apex Court to justify the spirit of the constitution ie Right to Live includes Right to Live with human dignity

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The Newsmaker

What is West Bengal’s new public safety law and why is it controversial? West Bengal’s newly passed Public Safety and Public Order laws have sparked a debate over preventive detention, civil liberties and constitutional safeguards. Critics argue that the legislation grants sweeping powers to the government, while supporters maintain it is aimed at tackling anti-social activities

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Making Law Interesting | Series 1 | Session 01

Nitish Katara Murder Case | Analysis

এবিপি আনন্দে চাঁচলের বিধায়ক প্রসূন ব্যানার্জী, তুলে ধরলেন স্পষ্ট বক্তব্য ও তীক্ষ্ণ রাজনৈতিক বিশ্লেষণ

Published Author

Prasun Banerjee loves the thrill of bringing his experiences as a former IPS and Superintendent of Police in his authored books. His book ‘Mukhosh’ launched in 2023 is a collection of short thrillers, while ‘Pedong Rahasya’ launched in 2025 introduces a new bunch of detectives and leaves a scent of ‘Feluda’.

Filmmaker/ Actor

Teaser | Just Across The River

Teaser | Paradise Lost

Teaser | Documentary | Paradise Lost

Documentary | Paradise Lost

Short Film | Notification

Documentary | Myths of Dinajpur

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Blogs

Jul 12 | 2022

A Short Review of Coen Brothers’ most celebrated movie. ‘No Country For Old Men’ The story line is very ordinary . I wasn’t very convinced initially about it’s supremacy in the line up for path-breaking movies... Read More >

Apr 22 | 2021

10 ways to improve your portrait photography I have been shooting portraits for last few years in different conditions with a variety of cameras and lenses. The lighting has... Read More >