The recent violence in Murshidabad, West Bengal, has intensified political tensions between the Trinamool Congress (TMC) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). The unrest began with protests against the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, which escalated into violent clashes resulting in three fatalities, over ten injuries, and more than 200 arrests. Protesters reportedly blocked National Highway 12, set police vehicles ablaze, attacked a local MP’s office, and disrupted train services at Nimtita railway station .
In response, the Calcutta High Court ordered the deployment of central forces, including the Border Security Force (BSF), to restore order. BSF DIG Nilotpal Kumar Pandey reported that protestors attacked Central Armed Police Forces with stones and burning bottles, necessitating large-scale security deployments . The state government imposed Section 144 in affected areas and suspended internet services to prevent the spread of misinformation.
Politically, both TMC and BJP have accused each other of exacerbating the situation. TMC leaders allege that “outsiders” instigated the violence, while BJP leaders have criticized the state government’s handling of the situation and called for stricter measures .
The situation remains tense, with central and state forces working to maintain peace in the region.
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