Mamata Banerjee Demands Resignation of PM Over Women's Safety

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee demanded PM Modi, Home Minister Shah, and non-compliant CMs' resignation for failing to safeguard women. She introduced the Aparajita Woman and Child Bill aiming for faster justice and higher penalties for crimes against women. The Bill was passed despite opposition criticisms.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee called for the resignation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and chief ministers of states that have not implemented effective women safeguarding laws.

Speaking after tabling the Aparajita Woman and Child Bill 2024, Banerjee emphasized speedy investigations, quick justice delivery, and harsher punishment for offenders. Amid disruptions in the assembly, she also demanded Opposition Leader Suvendu Adhikari's resignation for obstructing the Bill's passage.

Banerjee stressed that social reforms are vital to prevent crimes like rape and hailed the Bill as historic. Once enacted, it is expected to inspire similar legislation across the country, addressing loopholes in the central laws. The assembly passed the Bill unanimously despite opposition members calling it an 'eyewash.'

(With inputs from agencies.)