West Bengal Assembly Seeks Review of New Criminal Laws

The West Bengal Assembly discussed a resolution to review three new criminal laws introduced by the Centre. Proposed by Law Minister Moloy Ghatak and others, the resolution argued these laws are more draconian than previous ones. BJP members opposed, claiming due deliberation was already conducted.

In a significant move, West Bengal Law Minister Moloy Ghatak and fellow legislators introduced a resolution in the state Assembly on Wednesday, urging the Centre to review three new criminal laws.

The opposition BJP members contended that these laws were implemented after comprehensive discussions involving various societal sectors. They accused the resolution's proponents of having political motives.

The disputed new criminal laws, effective from July 1, replaced the longstanding Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and Indian Evidence Act. The resolution's discussion will resume on Thursday, said Speaker Biman Banerjee.