Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Modi's Silence on Migrants Sparks Controversy in Malda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Malda in West Bengal and spoke about many things, but he didn't talk about the problems faced by migrant workers from that area.
Many people from Malda work in other states, and some have been hurt or treated badly.
The Trinamool Congress, Congress, and CPM parties said Modi should have spoken about this.
They also said the government should help these workers.
But the BJP leaders said workers prefer to go to BJP-ruled states because they get better pay and safety there.
They also blamed past state governments for the migration problem.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not address migrant workers' issues during his rally in Malda.
Opposition parties accused Modi of ignoring the plight of migrant workers who faced harassment and attacks in BJP-ruled states.
The Trinamool Congress government provided compensation and legal support to migrant workers and their families.
BJP leaders defended their party, stating that migrant workers prefer BJP-ruled states for better wages and security.
Opposition parties, including Congress and CPM, criticized Modi's silence and the BJP's approach to workers' welfare.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, migrant workers from Malda, opposition parties (TMC, Congress, CPM)
- What
- Controversy over Modi's silence on migrant workers' issues during a rally in Malda
- When
- During a public address on Saturday
- Where
- Old Malda block, Malda district, West Bengal
- Why
- Opposition parties accuse Modi of ignoring migrant workers' plight, while BJP leaders defend their stance
- Location
- Malda, West Bengal
- Migrant Workers
- 500,000 in Malda
- Compensation
- ₹2 lakh per deceased migrant worker
- Incident States
- Rajasthan, Kashmir, Odisha
- Opposition Parties
- Trinamool Congress, Congress, CPM
