The BJP-led government in West Bengal is set to introduce a new law aimed at combating extortion and illegal levies. This initiative was reported by NDTV on Tuesday, highlighting the government’s commitment to addressing these issues within the state.
Under the proposed legislation, ‘extortion’ will be defined as a specific offence, and the law will include clear provisions regarding penalties and legal action.
“To completely eradicate this, the government will enact whatever laws are required. The administration needs to tighten law and order, and that process has begun. Even police personnel will not be spared – they are also being held accountable. This crime culture must be stopped at all costs,” he added.
Preparations are also underway regarding which offences will be included in the draft law and what penalties will be prescribed. Once passed, the new law will have provisions to penalise perpetrators more strongly. The TMC has taken a jibe on BJP over the proposal of the new anti-extortion law. Leaders are saying something, and the workers are following another. Extortions are being done everywhere now, then what is the point to bring a bill against it?”
Sources in the state government told NDTV that a special committee will be formed to establish the framework for enacting and implementing this law. TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh said, “BJP should save itself as the problem lies in its own house.
