‘Targeted at goondas’: Bill in Bengal to curb anti-social activities includes preventive detention of up to 12 months

West Bengal's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has proposed a new bill targeting anti-social activities, emphasizing preventive detention for up to 12 months to curb violence and riots. This move is part of a broader strategy to address longstanding issues of crime and unrest in the state. The legislation aims to empower authorities to act preemptively against potential troublemakers, reflecting a significant shift in how the state government plans to tackle security challenges. This initiative could have far-reaching implications for civil liberties and law enforcement dynamics in the region.