Archive · 1 Sep 2025

Bengali Cultural Workers Face Unease Amidst Festive Season

Bengali Cultural Workers Face Unease Amidst Festive Season

Imagine it's festival time in Bengal, with drummers and priests going to other states for celebrations.

But some are scared because they hear that Bengali speakers are being treated unfairly, sometimes just for speaking their language.

They're worried about being stopped or questioned.

This is causing anxiety for them and their families, who rely on this work.

The government is talking about this, and there are different opinions on whether it is happening on purpose or not.

So, while festivals bring joy, there's also a feeling of unease for some.

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