No fresh violent incident reported from anywhere in Murshidabad; 150 people arrested so far

By  News On Air   Apr 14, 2025

In West Bengal, 12 more people were arrested in connection with the violent protests over the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, taking the total number of arrests so far to 150. No new incident of violence is reported from anywhere in Murshidabad district on Sunday, with security forces keeping a close vigil. The situation in Suti, Dhulian, Samserganj and Jangipur areas of the district is peaceful.

Hundreds of people affected by violence in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district have crossed the Bhagirathi River and taken shelter in adjoining Malda. Local administration has arranged for accommodation and food for the fleeing violence-hit families and gave them shelter in schools, while deploying volunteers at the river bank to assist those arriving in boats.

The DGP of State police Rajeev Kumar reached Murshidabad yesterday to assess the situation at ground level by visiting different blocks of the district. He also held a meeting with the BSF. After this, the central forces staged a flag march in the affected areas of the district.

The decision to deploy the BSF was taken after the Calcutta High Court ordered immediate intervention by Central forces. The court decision has been welcomed by the West Bengal Governor Dr. CV Ananda Bose. He shared his concerns over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state with the Centre.

BJP MP Jyotirmay Singh Mahato has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, demanding the imposition of AFSPA in Murshidabad and three other districts amid violence triggered due to anti-Waqf protests. TMC MLA Humayun Kabir condemns violence in Murshidabad, saying all have the right to live peacefully.