- By Raju Kumar
- Sat, 12 Apr 2025 03:42 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Anti-Waqf Act Protests: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday appealed to protesters to remain calm, asserting the Waqf (Amendment) Act will not be implemented in West Bengal. The chief minister's appeal comes amid violent protests in the state.
She said the law was made by the Centre and answers should be sought from it.
Violence rock Malda, Murshidabad, South 24 Parganas and Hooghl
The protesters torched several vehicles, including police vans and hurled stones at security forces. They blocked several key roads in Malda, Murshidabad, South 24 Parganas and Hooghly districts during protests over the new legislation on Friday.
"Appeal to everyone My sincere appeal to all people of all religions, please remain calm, remain restrained. Do not engage in any unrighteous behavior in the name of religion. Every human life is precious, do not incite riots for the sake of politics. Those who are inciting riots are harming the society. Remember, we did not make the law that many are agitated against. The law was made by the central government. So the answer you want should be sought from the central government," her post in Bengali on X.
She said her position was clear on the matter. The state government does not support this law. This law will not be implemented in our state, she asserted, so what is the riot about, the chief minister asked.
"Also, remember, we will take legal action against those who incite riots. We do not condone any violent activity. Some political parties are trying to misuse religion for political gain. Do not give in to their persuasion. I think religion means humanity, goodwill, civilization and harmony. I appeal to everyone to maintain peace and harmony," she added.
(With PTI inputs)