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Murshidabad Violence: Governor to Visit Despite CM's Objection

As recovery efforts continue, 274 arrests have been made, and the Calcutta High Court has ordered a committee to oversee rehabilitation of displaced families.

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West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose and state Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Security personnel keep vigil after violence that erupted during a protest against the Waqf (Amendment) Act in Murshidabad district of West Bengal (PTI)
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Overview

  • West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose confirmed his visit to violence-hit Murshidabad, defying Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's request to delay, stating he aims to assess the ground situation personally.
  • The violence, triggered by protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, resulted in three deaths, including a father and son, and displaced hundreds of families in Murshidabad district.
  • The Calcutta High Court has formed a three-member committee to identify displaced individuals, oversee rehabilitation, and ensure compensation for victims, while maintaining the deployment of central forces in the area.
  • West Bengal Police have arrested 274 individuals and lodged 60 FIRs in connection with the riots, with a Special Investigation Team led by DIG Syed Waquar Raza continuing investigations.
  • Shops are reopening, and displaced families are gradually returning, with 85 families already back in their homes under enhanced security measures by state and central forces.