Can Asansol government intercept my WhatsApp messages under West Bengal law?

Interception of WhatsApp messages by Asansol authorities requires authorization under the West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 and the central telegraph rules, with judicial oversight. The Calcutta High Court has held that interception must be necessary and proportionate, failing which it violates Article 21. Unauthorized interception in Asansol can be challenged before the Calcutta High Court through a writ petition. The West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 prescribes procedural safeguards including review by a competent authority in West Bengal. The Calcutta High Court has directed Asansol police to obtain proper authorization before seeking data from intermediaries. Victims of illegal interception can seek damages and direction for destruction of unlawfully obtained records. The West Bengal Premises Tenancy Act 1997 provides for periodic review of ongoing interception orders in Asansol.