Murshidabad Burns, Hindus Flee: Why is Mamata Silent Over Waqf Protests?

What was passed as a legislative reform to end the exploitation of Waqf properties has now exposed the deep-rooted radical mindset festering in pockets of India. The Waqf Amendment Act 2025, hailed by the BJP as a bold move to ensure fairness and transparency in religious property dealings, has sparked an explosive backlash from hardline groups across the country.

Protests have erupted across multiple Indian cities in response to the recently enacted Waqf Amendment Act, 2025. The most disturbing scenes emerged from Murshidabad, West Bengal, where Hindu families were targeted, shops looted, and communities forced to flee as Muslim mobs ran riot post Friday prayers. Stone pelting, arson, and open threats to Hindus echoed in the streets. At least 150 arrests have been made so far, but tensions remain high.

Horrifying Videos

A shocking video from the violence-hit area has gone viral, where a man-his face uncovered-can be heard saying:

"Hindus are kuttas (dogs). We'll take care of them when we come to power."

The BJP has slammed this as clear evidence of extremism flourishing unchecked, and is demanding strict action. Senior state BJP leaders like Suvendu Adhikari, Sukanta Majumdar, Dilip Ghosh and judge-turned-MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay have called out the TMC's silence, accusing it of turning a blind eye while Hindus are being driven out of their homes.

Nationwide Unrest

While Murshidabad saw the worst violence, protests flared up in cities like Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Patna, Silchar, Lucknow, and even Hosur in Tamil Nadu.

In Hyderabad, protesters demanded CM Revanth Reddy reject the Act. In Silchar, Assam, demonstrations turned violent with mobs clashing with police, and 400+ agitators reportedly involved.

Though protests in Delhi's Jama Masjid remained peaceful, the narrative across many of these protests is eerily similar-a veiled warning that any reform will be met with street power.

BJP's Stand: Clearing the Mess Congress Left Behind

The BJP has made it clear: The Waqf board is not above the Constitution. For too long, Waqf properties were misused, hoarded, and kept away from poor Muslims-especially Pasmanda Muslims. The amendment ensures transparency, accountability, and breaks the monopoly of dynastic clerics and land mafias.

Opposition's Hypocrisy: Fueling Fire for Votes?

The Congress, TMC, and AIMIM have predictably opposed the Act. But their refusal to condemn the open hate speech and violence from radical elements is telling. BJP leaders accuse them of appeasement politics and playing vote-bank games at the cost of national security.

Mamata Banerjee A Modern Jinnah - BJP leader Tarun Chugh

BJP leader Tarun Chugh likened Mamata Banerjee to a "modern Jinnah," accusing her of compromising Hindu safety for minority appeasement. He condemned her silence over the deaths of three people in Murshidabad. BJP's Shehzad Poonawalla called it "state-sponsored violence" against Hindus, blaming the TMC for temple desecration, forced migration, and targeted arson.

"Why hasn't Mamata Banerjee condemned the hate speech against Hindus? Is it silence approval?" BJP's Bengal unit questioned.

The Bigger Picture: BJP Stands Firm Amid Hate and Fire

Despite pressure, the Modi government is standing its ground. The Waqf Amendment Act is not being withdrawn. Instead, the focus is on law and order, cleaning up religious corruption, and protecting ordinary citizens, especially in states like Bengal where the opposition has failed miserably.

While Opposition parties continue to oppose the Waqf Act, the BJP has rolled out a 'Waqf Reforms Awareness Campaign' from April 20 to May 5, aimed at educating the Muslim community about the positive impact and benefits of the amended legislation.

The BJP is not backing down-and that's the message from Delhi to Murshidabad.