The Calcutta High Court refused to halt the foundation stone-laying of a Babri-style mosque in Murshidabad, placing full responsibility for law and order on the West Bengal government. The court noted that both state police and CAPF are adequately deployed to prevent any disturbance.
The West Bengal government stated in court that the law and order in Murshidabad is under control despite recent riots, prompting opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari to request an NIA investigation. Additional police deployment and efforts for resettlement of displaced residents were discussed, while the Supreme Court is also urged to intervene and ensure a thorough investigation.
