Noida Workers' Protest: NSA Invoked Against Accused as ₹1 Crore Found in Bank Accounts
Workers’ protest: Day after invoking NSA, police say ₹1 cr transactions found in banks accounts of one accused
Hindustan Times
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In Noida, police invoked the National Security Act against two suspects linked to a violent workers' protest. Investigations revealed one suspect, Satyam Verma, received ₹1 crore in foreign currencies in his bank account. The court has scheduled a bail hearing for May 18.
- 01National Security Act invoked against two suspects in Noida workers' protest.
- 02Satyam Verma allegedly received ₹1 crore in foreign currencies.
- 03Protests escalated on April 13, leading to significant violence.
- 04Bail hearing for the accused is set for May 18.
- 05Police are scrutinizing the financial activities of the suspects.
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In Noida, Uttar Pradesh, the police have invoked the National Security Act (NSA) against two suspects, Satyam Verma (60) and Akriti (25), for their alleged roles in instigating a violent workers' protest. Investigations revealed that Verma received ₹1 crore (approximately $120,000 USD) in various foreign currencies, which he reportedly transferred to other accounts. The protests began on April 10 after the Haryana government raised salaries for workers, escalating into violence on April 13, resulting in damage to over 100 factories. Despite the serious allegations, Verma's lawyer claims the funds are legitimate payments for his work as a freelance translator. The court has scheduled a bail hearing for May 18, while police continue to investigate the financial transactions associated with the suspects.
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The protests and subsequent police actions could affect local workers' rights and labor relations in Noida.
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