Adhir Ranjan Meets PM Modi, Flags 'Mistreatment' of Bengali Migrants in BJP States

• Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury met PM Modi to discuss the 'torture' of Bengali-speaking laborers in various states, especially BJP-ruled ones.
• He cited the death of migrant laborer Juelsek in Odisha and highlighted severe discrimination, violence, and abuse faced by these workers.
• Adhir Ranjan's letter to Modi stated that Bengali speakers are often mistaken for Bangladeshis by authorities, leading to arrests and detention.
• The West Bengal Migrants Welfare Board reported 1,143 harassment complaints in 10 months, including arrests in Mumbai.
• He urged the PM to sensitize state governments to prevent discrimination and ensure rights for Indian citizens.

Why It Matters: Adhir Ranjan urged PM Modi to address severe discrimination and violence against Bengali migrant workers.