Murshidabad is gradually returning to normalcy after several days of tension triggered by protests over the amended Wakf Bill. The impact of peace initiatives could be seen clearly on Poila Boishakh (April 15) as local life began to resume.
In Dhulian and Samsherganj, sweet shops, textile stores, and even some medical stores reopened. Despite a limited number of customers, the mood appeared more relaxed. Most notably, bidi workers, who had been absent from work for several days, resumed operations, and bidi factories have started reopening as well.
đź‘® Massive Peace Meetings Bring Back Confidence
In the past 24 hours, over 100 peace meetings were organized across villages, gram panchayats, blocks, and even neighborhood clusters. These were led by police officers ranging from local ICs (Inspectors-in-Charge) to senior officials like Officers on Special Duty (OSD) from the state police.
To build confidence among locals and maintain peace, authorities have formed peace committees at the booth level. These committees include representatives from various communities and political groups, with respected local figures appointed as their heads. Their role is to monitor rumors and promptly inform the police of any unrest.
Normalcy Returns to Murshidabad: Sweet Shops Reopen, Bidi Workers Back to Work on Poila Boishakh
🚨 Zero Tolerance for Provocation: Police & BSF Stand Guard
According to ADG (South Bengal) Supratim Sarkar, the police are working with a “zero tolerance” policy towards incitement or provocation. Meanwhile, BSF personnel are operating in the disturbed regions to maintain law and order.
DIG of BSF South Bengal Frontier, Nilotpala Pandey, stated that while the force remains patient, no provocation will be tolerated. The primary focus remains on restoring peace and stability in the disturbed areas.
🏠Focus on Rehabilitating Displaced Families
Many locals, fearing violence, had left their homes during the unrest. Now, joint efforts by police and BSF are underway to bring these displaced families back home safely and rebuild trust in the administration.
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