Title: 5,000 Disrupt Services & Pelt Stones at Bengal Railway Station during Protest against Waqf Act
In the midst of protests against the Waqf Act in West Bengal, the Eastern Railways faced a tense situation on Friday when nearly 5,000 people disrupted train services near the Dhulianganga station. The protest led to the movement of the Kamakhya-Puri Express being affected, leaving many passengers stranded.
According to eyewitnesses, the mob gathered near the station around 1 pm and began pelting stones at the railway property. The situation was chaotic, with many things being destroyed and the signal not being able to be passed. The protest was a manifestation of the growing discontent among the people of West Bengal against the Waqf Act, which has been a subject of controversy in recent times.
The Waqf Act, which was passed in 2013, regulates the management and administration of waqf properties, including mosques, graveyards, and other religious institutions. However, the Act has been criticized for being unconstitutional and discriminatory towards certain communities. Many have argued that the Act is an attempt to impose a particular brand of Islam on the people of West Bengal, and that it violates the fundamental rights of religious freedom and equality.
The protests against the Waqf Act have been ongoing in West Bengal for several months, with many organizations and individuals demanding its repeal. The situation took a violent turn on Friday when the mob gathered near the Dhulianganga station and began disrupting train services. The Eastern Railways issued a statement saying that the movement of the Kamakhya-Puri Express was affected due to the protest, and that efforts were being made to restore normalcy to the area.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of passengers and railway employees. The Eastern Railways has promised to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of everyone involved. The state government has also issued a statement promising to investigate the incident and take appropriate action against those responsible.
The Waqf Act has been a contentious issue in West Bengal for some time now. The Act was passed in 2013, but it has been the subject of controversy and debate ever since. Many have argued that the Act is unconstitutional and discriminatory, and that it violates the fundamental rights of religious freedom and equality.
The protests against the Waqf Act have been ongoing in West Bengal for several months, with many organizations and individuals demanding its repeal. The situation took a violent turn on Friday when the mob gathered near the Dhulianganga station and began disrupting train services. The Eastern Railways issued a statement saying that the movement of the Kamakhya-Puri Express was affected due to the protest, and that efforts were being made to restore normalcy to the area.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of passengers and railway employees. The Eastern Railways has promised to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of everyone involved. The state government has also issued a statement promising to investigate the incident and take appropriate action against those responsible.
The Waqf Act has been a contentious issue in West Bengal for some time now. The Act was passed in 2013, but it has been the subject of controversy and debate ever since. Many have argued that the Act is unconstitutional and discriminatory, and that it violates the fundamental rights of religious freedom and equality.
The protests against the Waqf Act have been ongoing in West Bengal for several months, with many organizations and individuals demanding its repeal. The situation took a violent turn on Friday when the mob gathered near the Dhulianganga station and began disrupting train services. The Eastern Railways issued a statement saying that the movement of the Kamakhya-Puri Express was affected due to the protest, and that efforts were being made to restore normalcy to the area.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of passengers and railway employees. The Eastern Railways has promised to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety and security of everyone involved. The state government has also issued a statement promising to investigate the incident and take appropriate action against those responsible.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether the protests against the Waqf Act will lead to any changes in the law. For now, the people of West Bengal are left to wonder whether the Act will be repealed or if it will continue to be a source of controversy and debate.
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