NIA Takes Over Beldanga Violence Probe in Murshidabad; UAPA Invoked

• The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe into the violent incidents in Beldanga, Murshidabad, following a migrant labourer's death.
• Violence erupted on January 16 and 17, with roads blocked, tyres set on fire, and journalists assaulted.
• Investigation revealed the agitation was not merely a protest but an organized provocation, incited by a provocative Facebook post.
• Accused Soukat Ali Albeni and Motiur Rahman have been arrested, with a total of 36 arrests made across four registered cases.
• The NIA has invoked UAPA sections to investigate potential terror links, as observed by the court regarding the blockade's intent.

Why It Matters: NIA takes over Beldanga violence probe, invoking UAPA to investigate potential terror links and organized provocation.