April 10, 1985, Forty Years Ago: Anti-quota Bandh
Apr 10, 2025 06:45 IST
First published on: Apr 10, 2025 at 06:45 IST
The one-day Gujarat bandh, called by anti-reservationists, evoked a mixed response in the state with violence erupting in Ahmedabad and near Anand in Khera district. About 100 people, including over 70 lawyers, were arrested in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar for violating prohibitory orders. Two anti-reservation movement leaders were held under the National Security Act.
Ceasefire In Sudan
The leader of the main rebel force in southern Sudan ordered a limited seven-day ceasefire but said he would resume his fight against the country’s new junta unless civilians take over power within that time. The ultimatum from John Garang, commander of the Sudan People’s Liberation Army, was the first threat of armed resistance to the military rulers.
Assam Voter Lists
The Election Commission will not hustle through the process of revising electoral rolls in Assam despite mounting pressure for early elections to the Lok Sabha from the state. The commission is in a mood to further extend the time, if necessary, for filing claims and objections. This will enable both the movement leaders who fear the entry of foreigners into voters’ lists and minorities worried about possible disenfranchisement to participate in the process.
Union Carbide Suit
Minister of Chemicals and Feritilisers Veerendra Patil said the government could still consider an out-of-court settlement with the Union Carbide Corporation (UCC) if it agreed to pay adequate compensation to the Bhopal gas victims. The minister said the government had filed a suit against the UCC in a New York court as the offer of compensation was “ridiculously low”.
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