In the wake of communal tensions in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday called for calm and unity, urging citizens not to fall prey to misinformation or divisive narratives.
“We live once and die once. So, why is there a riot?” Banerjee said. “Every caste and religion has the right to protest, but do not take law into your hands. Some people are trying to mislead you, do not pay attention to them.”
The Chief Minister condemned attempts to incite communal tension and emphasised that the state government remains committed to preserving peace and harmony across communities. She also addressed broader issues of religious tolerance and inclusive development, citing examples from various religious sites across the state.
“There was development in Furfura Sharif, a Gurudwara is being built in Bhawanipur. Religions can be different but celebrations are for everyone,” Banerjee added.
Referring to the stalled skywalk project at the prominent pilgrimage site Tarapith, Banerjee explained that the construction has been hindered due to infrastructural limitations.
“The construction of the skywalk at Tarapith is not going through because the road there is narrow,” she clarified.
Taking a sharp jab at those attempting to politicise her visits to religious places, the Chief Minister expressed dismay over repeated attempts to distort her identity.
“But why is my name and caste changed whenever I visit some place?” she questioned.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo’s appeal comes at a sensitive time, as communal incidents threaten to overshadow the state's electoral narrative.
Murshidabad on edge: Petition filed in SC, CAPF deployed
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the violent clashes that erupted in Murshidabad over the amended Waqf Act, according to a report by LiveLaw.
The district witnessed widespread unrest on Friday and Saturday, particularly in the Suti, Dhulian, and Jangipur areas, as protests against the Waqf Act turned violent. Demonstrations quickly escalated into communal clashes, leaving at least three people dead and several others injured.
Visuals from the ground painted a grim picture, with charred remains of shops, homes, and hotels strewn across affected localities—underscoring the severity of the violence.
Meanwhile, acting on a petition filed by BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, the Calcutta High Court directed the deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in the violence-hit regions to ensure law and order. Security forces have since been stationed in sensitive zones as authorities continue to assess the situation.
“We live once and die once. So, why is there a riot?” Banerjee said. “Every caste and religion has the right to protest, but do not take law into your hands. Some people are trying to mislead you, do not pay attention to them.”
The Chief Minister condemned attempts to incite communal tension and emphasised that the state government remains committed to preserving peace and harmony across communities. She also addressed broader issues of religious tolerance and inclusive development, citing examples from various religious sites across the state.
“There was development in Furfura Sharif, a Gurudwara is being built in Bhawanipur. Religions can be different but celebrations are for everyone,” Banerjee added.
Referring to the stalled skywalk project at the prominent pilgrimage site Tarapith, Banerjee explained that the construction has been hindered due to infrastructural limitations.
“The construction of the skywalk at Tarapith is not going through because the road there is narrow,” she clarified.
Taking a sharp jab at those attempting to politicise her visits to religious places, the Chief Minister expressed dismay over repeated attempts to distort her identity.
“But why is my name and caste changed whenever I visit some place?” she questioned.
The Trinamool Congress (TMC) supremo’s appeal comes at a sensitive time, as communal incidents threaten to overshadow the state's electoral narrative.
Murshidabad on edge: Petition filed in SC, CAPF deployed
A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe into the violent clashes that erupted in Murshidabad over the amended Waqf Act, according to a report by LiveLaw.
The district witnessed widespread unrest on Friday and Saturday, particularly in the Suti, Dhulian, and Jangipur areas, as protests against the Waqf Act turned violent. Demonstrations quickly escalated into communal clashes, leaving at least three people dead and several others injured.
Visuals from the ground painted a grim picture, with charred remains of shops, homes, and hotels strewn across affected localities—underscoring the severity of the violence.
Meanwhile, acting on a petition filed by BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, the Calcutta High Court directed the deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in the violence-hit regions to ensure law and order. Security forces have since been stationed in sensitive zones as authorities continue to assess the situation.
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