India, June 29 -- A bill to curb anti-social activities, which includes a provision of detention for up to 12 months without trial, was tabled in the West Bengal assembly on Monday.

While introducing the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-social Activities Bill, 2026, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the proposed legislation is aimed at preventing riots and other forms of violence.

The CM said the bill is targeted at goondas and won't be misused in any manner, including for political purposes. He added that the bill was meant to curb anti-social activities.

Explaining the rationale behind introducing the bill, Adhikari said the existing laws do not have the provision to recover the cost for property destruction from thos...