'What is riot about?': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refuses to implement Waqf in state amid violent protests

Saturday, 12 April 2025
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee declared that her state would not implement the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, following violent protests in areas like Jangipur and Murshidabad. She appealed for peace and harmony, emphasizing that the law was enacted by the central government. Banerjee cautioned against political misuse of religion and warned of legal action against those inciting riots.

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