NAGPUR: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reintroduced the Special Public Security Bill in the state assembly on Wednesday, emphasizing that its intent is not to suppress genuine dissent but to dismantle networks linked to urban Naxal elements.
The proposed law, titled the Maharashtra Special Public Security Act, 2024, seeks to address growing concerns of Naxal activity in urban areas by targeting their operations. Notably, this bill was first tabled during the monsoon session under the previous leadership of Eknath Shinde but failed to gain approval.
Following the November 20 assembly elections and the formation of Fadnavis’ new government, the bill has been reintroduced to strengthen the state’s commitment to public security while distinguishing peaceful protests from threats to stability.
CM Fadnavis reassured citizens that the law would uphold democratic rights while effectively curbing criminal Naxal networks.
The bill’s reintroduction comes as Maharashtra faces mounting socio-political challenges, with urban Naxalism posing threats to infrastructure, security, and governance.
Source: Web Team, C6N
