Explore West Bengal's new preventive detention law aimed at public safety, its implications, and similarities to existing statutes.

The broad language of the bills runs the risk of criminalising dissent and genuine civic discontent

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the proposed legislation is aimed at preventing riots and other forms of violence. | India News

West Bengal has enacted a new law, the Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, allowing for preventive detention of up to 12 months without trial. Chief…

West Bengal's BJP government is set to introduce a Bill empowering authorities to curb organised crime, including district bans and detention without trial for up to a year.

West Bengal passes controversial Bill allowing year-long detention of 'anti-socials' with limited legal access, sparking political debate.

West Bengal Assembly passed four significant bills, including one to control anti-social activities and public property destruction. Amendments to OBC reservation laws were also…

Explore West Bengal's new preventive detention law aimed at public safety, its implications, and similarities to existing statutes.