Will bring laws against love, land jihad in 6 months, implement UCC like Uttarakhand, Gujarat: Adhikari
The West Bengal government has constituted a high-level committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to examine a draft Uniform Civil Code (UCC) for the State
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced on October 4, 2026, that his administration will enact strict laws against love jihad and land jihad within six months, as well as implement a Uniform Civil Code similar to those in Uttarakhand and Gujarat. Addressing a gathering in Kolkata, Adhikari emphasized that the BJP-led government in West Bengal would adhere to the Constitution while vehemently opposing any assault on Indian culture, traditions, and religious sites.
He urged citizens to remain united and vigilant against divisive forces. Adhikari assured the audience that the government would function in accordance with the Constitution but would not permit any threats to the nation's heritage, as espoused by spiritual leaders Vivekananda and Mahaprabhu Sri Chaitanya. He also informed that a high-level committee, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, is currently formulating a draft UCC for the state aimed at standardizing civil laws on marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption.
The UCC was one of the BJP's election promises in the 2026 Assembly polls. Adhikari further revealed plans to establish a religious tourism circuit within two years, allocated a budget of Rs 1,000 crore for the project. Criticizing the previous Trinamool Congress administration, Adhikari blamed repeated attacks on Hindu sentiments, organizations, deities, and traditions for its downfall, vowing to uphold Hindu rights and traditions during his tenure.
He recalled his role in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement during his student days and highlighted his opposition to alleged Hindu atrocities during his time as the leader of the opposition from 2021 to 2026. Adhikari also announced several upcoming events, including a recital of Hanuman Chalisa by 20,000 individuals at Netaji Indoor Stadium in November and a mass Gita recital by 10 lakh people on December 29.
Additionally, preparations for the Gangasagar Mela, with international standards of facilities, were underway for the following year.
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