Dhuliyan town in West Bengal’s Murshidabad district is slowly returning to normalcy following violent protests on April 11 against the Waqf (Amendment) Act. Authorities confirmed that the situation is now under control, with security personnel from the BSF and CRPF maintaining a strong presence in the area to prevent further unrest.
The violence had caused significant damage to local businesses, with shopkeepers recounting heavy losses. One businessman estimated his total losses at ₹20–25 lakh, citing looted cash, damaged property, and destroyed equipment. “They broke into my building, destroyed everything, and stole ₹13.5 lakh that was meant for bank deposit,” he told ANI.
Another shopkeeper, Adhir Ravi Das, expressed deep concern over his livelihood, saying, “Everything is gone. My shop had goods worth ₹6–7 lakh. Without help from the administration, I can’t restart.”
Despite the chaos, residents have welcomed the arrival of the BSF and CRPF. “The situation has become normal since the deployment. We now feel safer, but fear remains about what could happen if they are withdrawn,” said one local.
Security forces continue to patrol sensitive zones, and local authorities are urging residents to remain peaceful and resume daily routines. The administration is also encouraging shopkeepers to reopen their businesses as stability gradually returns to the region.
