West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has unexpectedly called off the planned rally against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Siliguri. Originally scheduled to lead the protest on Wednesday, Banerjee reversed her decision and opted to attend administrative events instead. This sudden change in plans surprised many, as Banerjee was expected to spearhead a large-scale demonstration against the central government's implementation of the controversial CAA.
The decision to cancel the rally comes amidst heightened political tensions surrounding the CAA issue. Banerjee's move has prompted speculation about the reasons behind the abrupt shift in strategy. While Banerjee was slated to participate in both administrative reviews and the anti-CAA rally, her decision to forego the latter raises questions about the implications for the ongoing protests against the contentious legislation.