India, June 20 -- West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Friday appealed to people not to take the law into their own hands, asserting that his Government would act firmly against criminals and corrupt individuals.

Speaking to reporters at the state secretariat, he said public anger against corruption was understandable, but people should allow law enforcement agencies to perform their duties.

"I appeal to people not to barge into anyone's residence or take the law into their own hands. The administration is taking all necessary and strict measures against corruption," he said.

"The change in Government was brought about to establish the rule of law. People should have faith in the legal process," the chief minister added.

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