Kolkata, June 26: West Bengal’s Health Minister, Sharadvat Mukherjee, has made a significant statement regarding the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), asserting that the nation will operate under a single law and a single symbol. He emphasized that there will be no compromises on this matter, as the country functions in accordance with its Constitution.
In an interview with a news agency on Friday, Mukherjee stated that various steps have already been taken under the principle of one law and one symbol, with more initiatives planned for the future. He confirmed that the UCC will also be implemented in West Bengal. Despite differences in language and culture, he stressed that the people are united. This principle previously led to the abrogation of Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu and Kashmir. “India will now operate under a single rule,” he declared.
Additionally, Mukherjee responded sharply to a previous statement from the Trinamool Congress (TMC), which claimed they would not allow the UCC to be implemented at any cost. He pointed out that the TMC is no longer in power in the state, as the public has prevented its implementation. He noted that only a few members remain in the TMC, and they will soon leave. “A party cannot be formed with just four or five people,” he remarked, suggesting that the TMC should first resolve its internal issues before interfering in state matters. He assured that the issues related to the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC) will be handled independently.
Mukherjee also addressed concerns regarding anti-social activities. He stated that any attempts to damage public property will be met with strict action. “Our property is our responsibility, and we will protect it at all costs,” he affirmed.
He clarified that while peaceful protests are acceptable, they must not lead to violence. “You can adopt a path of non-violence for protests, but ensure that no violent situations arise,” he advised.
Furthermore, the Health Minister provided updates on the department’s preparations for dengue outbreaks. He mentioned that a comprehensive plan has been developed to prevent the spread of dengue, which will soon be implemented. “We will not tolerate any laxity in this regard. We are committed to health awareness,” he stated. Mukherjee revealed that meetings will be held over the next 15 days, continuing until December, to engage with various districts. The department is also visiting schools and colleges to educate children about dengue prevention, emphasizing the importance of eliminating stagnant water.
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