Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: NH-34, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India
Tracking Id: RINTP2971267291
Description:
According to reports, Trinamool Congress Member of Parliament Humayun Kabir has called for a blockade on National Highway 34 in Murshidabad on Saturday (06 December).
The blockade has been announced in support of the minister’s plan to lay a foundation stone for a mosque in Murshidabad. Further details of the blockade are awaited.
Background:
Humayun Kabir has stated that he plans to lay the foundation stone of a mosque to be named ‘Babri Masjid’ on Saturday (06 December) to mark the 33rd anniversary of the demolition of the original Babri Masjid in Ayodhya.
The announcement has drawn widespread criticism from political parties. Additionally, posters promoting the proposed mosque have appeared across Murshidabad district, some of which were reportedly defaced, further heightening local tensions.
Impact:
• Increased police deployment and heightened vigilance can be anticipated in Murshidabad ahead of the planned political demonstrations.
• Authorities may issue necessary directives including a ban on public gathering to prevent situational escalation.
• Traffic disruptions in Murshidabad district cannot be ruled out during the protests.
• Further demonstrations by political parties, supporter groups, and those opposing the mosque construction remain possible.
Sources:
• https://theprint.in/india/rebel-tmc-mla-humayun-kabir-stokes-babri-row-vows-mosque-and-dec-6-blockade-party-keeps-distance/2796869/?amp
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https://www.rediff.com/news/report/bengal-on-edge-after-rebel-tmc-mlas-babri-plan-nh-34-warnings/20251202.htm
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https://thecsrjournal.in/controversy-erupts-murshidabad-humayun-kabir-alleges-ruling-party-obstruction-babri-masjid-foundation/
