Indore (Madhya Pradesh): As sentiments continue to grow against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, former BJP minister and sitting Mhow MLA Usha Thakur called on the district administration to investigate identities of Bangladeshi nationals working and living in the city and deport them if found to be illegal immigrants.
It is believed that many Bangladeshi nationals work in Sarafa Bazaar and Sadar Bazaar and other areas in the city. Thakur stated, “We are writing to the administration urging a thorough verification of Aadhar cards and Samagra IDs of all Bangladeshi workers and businessmen. Those found to be here unlawfully must be sent back immediately.”
This demand follows a call by Indore Congress, which recently wrote to Sarafa Association requesting an investigation into the identities of Bengali artisans working in the city. Congress leaders emphasised that action be taken against illegal immigrants.
Bengali artisans under scrutiny
Sarafa Bazaar, known for its thriving gold jewellery business, employs over 15,000 artisans, most of whom are Bengalis and live in rented accommodations near the market. While many are said to hail from West Bengal, there are concerns that some may be illegal immigrants from Bangladesh.
Bengali Artisan Association president Sushant Samwant clarified that his organisation represents over 10,000 registered artisans and has no knowledge of any Bangladeshi nationals. "If someone is Bangladeshi, it is the police’s job to investigate and verify," he said.
Sarafa Bazaar Association president Anil Ranka echoed the sentiment, stating, “This is a matter for the police, not Congress or our association. The administration should investigate and act against anyone involved in anti-national activities.”
Take back Nobel from Yunus: Mendola
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): MLA Ramesh Mendola has stirred a debate, calling for the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Yunus Muhammad, interim leader of Bangladesh, to be taken back. Citing alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, Mendola posted on X, “The Nobel Peace Prize policy must be reviewed. A person responsible for Hindu oppression and genocide cannot be considered a symbol of peace.”
Yunus Muhammad received the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his work in microfinance. Mendola’s statement has sparked discussions about the criteria for such honours and whether past laureates should be re-evaluated based on later developments.
