Bengal CM announces CAA applications to be cleared in six months; 2.3 lakh apply
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced that all pending applications for citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) in the State would be processed within the next six months. He clarified that the CAA grants citizenship and does not deprive anyone of it, countering previous misinformation. A total of 2,30,605 applications have been received from across the State, with Nadia district recording the highest number of beneficiaries. The CM made this announcement at a CAA certificate distribution programme in New Town.
Key Points
- West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari announced a six-month deadline for clearing all pending CAA applications.
- He clarified that CAA is for granting, not depriving, citizenship.
- A total of 2,30,605 applications have been received in West Bengal.
- Nadia district recorded the highest number of beneficiaries with 10,191 certificates.
- The announcement was made at a CAA certificate distribution programme.
Exam Facts
- Law: Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA).
- Total applications in West Bengal: 2,30,605.
- District with highest beneficiaries: Nadia (10,191 certificates).
- Processing timeline: six months.
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