HC refuses to grant an order banning ISKCON’s activities

The bank hoped that the government must remain cautious in protecting the law and order situation and the lives and properties of the people of Bangladesh, The Daily Star added.

They came up with the observation after Additional Solicitor General Aneek R. Haque and Deputy Solicitor General Dr. Asad Uddin, informed the SC that three separate cases have been filed in connection with the killing of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif and the activities of ISKCON and 33 accused have been arrested in these cases.

Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday expressed concern over the current situation in neighboring Bangladesh, but stressed that she prefers not to comment on the matter as it pertains to another country.

Speaking in the Assembly, Banerjee clarified that the issue has to be addressed by the central government and her state government will abide by its decision.

“Bangladesh is a different country. Government of India will look into it. It does not come under our jurisdiction. We don’t have to talk about it or interfere. While we are sorry internally, we are following the policies laid down by the Centre,” Banerjee said.

The Bengal CM also mentioned that he had spoken to ISKCON representatives on the matter, but did not elaborate.