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Murshidabad Violence: Investigations Deepen as Political, Social Tensions Persist

Over 274 arrests have been made following deadly clashes linked to the Waqf Amendment Act, with displaced families still in relief camps and calls for federal intervention growing louder.

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West Bengal BJP President and Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar, along with victims of Murshidabad violence, during a sit-in protest outside Bhawani Bhawan on April 16.
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National Commission for Women (NCW) Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar meets the families affected by the Murshidabad violence at a shelter home in Malda on Friday.

Overview

  • Three fatalities, including a father-son duo, and over 274 arrests have been confirmed following communal violence in Murshidabad on April 11–12 during protests against the Waqf Amendment Act.
  • Displaced families, many of whom fled to Malda and Jharkhand, remain in temporary camps as they await assurances of long-term safety and stability.
  • A National Commission for Women delegation visited affected areas and pledged to submit a report to the Centre, highlighting the plight of women impacted by the unrest.
  • The Hindu Parishad staged nationwide protests demanding President's Rule in West Bengal, citing alleged failures of the Mamata Banerjee-led government to maintain law and order.
  • Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused the BJP and RSS of exploiting the situation for divisive politics, while Governor C.V. Ananda Bose condemned the violence as 'barbaric' and urged for preventive measures.