MHA probe links alleged Bangladeshi miscreants to Murshidabad violence over Waqf Act

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been informed of an initial investigation into the violent clashes that erupted in West Bengal's Murshidabad district, which reportedly suggests the involvement of alleged Bangladeshi miscreants, reported ANI citing government sources.

The unrest, which occurred on April 12 and 13, 2025, in several parts of Murshidabad, including Suti, Dhulian, and Jangipur, was triggered by protests against the amended Waqf Act.

3 dead, several injured: What’s the unrest in Murshidabad?

At least three people have been reported dead, and several others injured in the communal flare-up, which saw shops, homes, and hotels set ablaze.

Visuals circulating on social media and news platforms captured the grim aftermath, with charred debris marking the intensity of the clashes.

The unrest stemmed from widespread anger over the recent amendments, with protesters claiming the changes infringe upon minority rights and religious freedoms.

In response to the escalating tensions, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee announced on Saturday that her government would not implement the amended law in the state.

Despite the assurance, violence persisted in pockets of the district, prompting legal and political responses.

Acting on a petition by BJP leader and Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, the Calcutta High Court ordered the deployment of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) to restore law and order in the violence-hit areas.