The Economic Times

Mahua Moitra attacks Bengal BJP govt; saffron camp hits back, says TMC 'fearful of tough laws'

TMC MP Mahua Moitra fiercely criticized the West Bengal government's proposed Uniform Civil Code and a new public safety bill, labeling them as divisive and draconian attempts to suppress opposition. She alleged a plot to weaken the TMC through intimidation and warned the new legislation could severely curtail civil liberties. The BJP defended the bills as necessary for restoring law and order and tackling crime.