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Maharashtra to Table Revised Public Security Bill Targeting Naxal Groups

A High Court–led advisory board will oversee enforcement when the bill is introduced at the monsoon session in Mumbai.

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Overview

  • The revised Maharashtra Special Public Security Bill restricts its scope to alleged unlawful activities by left-wing extremist organisations instead of individuals.
  • A joint select committee considered over 13,000 public submissions and urged a de-radicalization policy to reintegrate youth at risk of Naxal influence.
  • An advisory board chaired by a sitting or retired High Court judge, along with a district judge and public prosecutor, will vet any designations and prosecutions.
  • Investigations under the bill must be led by officers of at least Deputy Superintendent of Police rank, replacing earlier provisions for sub-inspector–led probes.
  • Civil society groups including the Bharat Jodo Andolan have announced a protest march in Mumbai on the first day of the monsoon session to oppose the legislation’s potential misuse.