Supreme Court Voices Concern Over Violence Amid Waqf Act Protests

Supreme Court Addresses Disturbing Violence

In a recent session, the Supreme Court expressed serious concerns regarding the unrest linked to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, describing the ongoing violence as 'very disturbing.'

The remarks came from a bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, alongside Justices Sanjay Kumar and K V Viswanathan, during the examination of petitions questioning the constitutional legitimacy of the amended legislation.

CJI Khanna emphasized, 'It is troubling to witness such violence while the matter is still under consideration here.'

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, representing the government, echoed this concern, suggesting that the protesters believe they can exert pressure on the system through these actions.

In contrast, senior advocate Kapil Sibal, representing a Muslim organization, countered the government's stance, stating, 'We cannot ascertain who is pressuring whom.'

The Chief Justice also pointed out that there are 'positive aspects of the bill' that warrant attention.

Recent clashes related to the Waqf law erupted in the Bhangar region of West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district on April 14, despite police assurances of maintaining order in the previously affected Murshidabad area.

The Calcutta High Court has mandated the deployment of central forces in Murshidabad, which has seen significant unrest.

Tragically, at least three individuals lost their lives, and many were displaced due to communal violence in Murshidabad, particularly in Suti, Samserganj, Dhulian, and Jangipur, during protests on April 11 and 12 against the Waqf (Amendment) Act.