Heavy Security Deployed as suspended TMC MLA Plans ’Babri Masjid’ Foundation Stone Laying in Murshidabad
Murshidabad, West Bengal – 2024/05/16 – authorities have implemented heightened security measures in Murshidabad district ahead of a planned foundation stone laying ceremony for what organizers are calling a ‘Babri masjid,’ scheduled for 2024/05/17. The event is being spearheaded by Humayun Kabir, a Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA currently suspended from the party for alleged involvement in irregularities during the recruitment of primary teachers.
The proposed construction has ignited tensions in the region, prompting a important police presence to prevent potential unrest. Kabir’s decision to proceed with the ceremony, despite the sensitive nature of the Babri Masjid issue and his party’s distancing from the event, underscores a deepening political divide. The original Babri Masjid in ayodhya was demolished in 1992, leading to widespread communal violence and remaining a contentious issue in Indian politics. This planned laying of the foundation stone is occurring amidst ongoing legal proceedings related to the Ayodhya dispute and heightened scrutiny of communal harmony in West Bengal.
Kabir has publicly stated his intention to build the structure on land he claims was legally acquired. Local TMC leadership has officially disassociated itself from Kabir’s initiative, emphasizing that it does not reflect the party’s stance. “The party does not endorse any such activity and has taken disciplinary action against the MLA,” a TMC spokesperson confirmed.
District officials have confirmed the deployment of additional police forces and the implementation of Section 144 of the Criminal Procedure Code in areas surrounding the proposed construction site, prohibiting gatherings of more than four people. The governance aims to maintain peace and prevent any attempts to disrupt public order. The situation remains fluid, with authorities closely monitoring developments and prepared to respond to any potential escalation.