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Murshidabad Protests Escalate: Over 220 Arrested, NHRC Launches Probe

Investigations reveal alleged cross-border involvement and local displacement as security forces maintain presence in violence-hit areas.

A man goes through the charred remains in a house at the violence-affected Samsergunj area, in Murshidabad on Tuesday. Following the violent protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025, the displaced families took refuge in adjoining Malda district.
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Overview

  • The protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act in Murshidabad have resulted in three deaths, over 220 arrests, and significant property damage, with tensions spreading to neighboring districts like Bhangar and South 24 Parganas.
  • Preliminary investigations point to the involvement of Bangladeshi miscreants, allegedly aided by local leaders, in exacerbating the violence.
  • The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has launched an investigation into alleged human rights violations, while the West Bengal Governor has submitted a detailed report to the central government.
  • Displacement continues as families from affected areas, including Dhuliyan, seek refuge in neighboring Malda district, raising concerns about long-term security and rehabilitation.
  • Additional security forces, including BSF and central personnel, remain deployed in Murshidabad and surrounding areas to stabilize the situation and prevent further unrest.