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		<title>Sanatani Oikyo Mancha Protests Across Bengal</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Members of Sanatani Oikyo Mancha staged widespread protests across West Bengal on Wednesday against the alleged torture and killing of Dipu Das in Bangladesh. Demonstrations were held in Kolkata and several border districts, reflecting growing anger over violence against religious minorities in the neighbouring country. In Kolkata, protesters gathered in front of the Deputy High [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="59" data-end="410">Members of Sanatani Oikyo Mancha staged widespread protests across West Bengal on Wednesday against the alleged torture and killing of Dipu Das in Bangladesh. Demonstrations were held in Kolkata and several border districts, reflecting growing anger over violence against religious minorities in the neighbouring country.</p>
<p data-start="412" data-end="720">In Kolkata, protesters gathered in front of the Deputy High Commission of Bangladesh and near the iconic Howrah Bridge. Slogans were raised demanding justice for Dipu Das and accountability from Bangladeshi authorities. Similar protests were organised in multiple districts along the India-Bangladesh border.</p>
<p data-start="722" data-end="1035">In Jalpaiguri district, political workers demonstrated near the Indo-Bangladesh immigration check post at Fulbari. In Coochbehar, protesters blocked a road leading to the international border near Changrabandha. Police and Border Security Force personnel later intervened and dispersed the crowd to restore order.</p>
<p data-start="1037" data-end="1397">Protests were also reported from Malda, where demonstrators gathered at Muchia. In North 24 Parganas, members of the organisation blocked roads near the Ghojadanga land port at Basirhat. The movement briefly disrupted the passage of Indian trucks and goods vehicles headed towards Bangladesh. A protest rally was also held near the Petrapole border in Bongaon.</p>
<p data-start="1399" data-end="1598">Protesters questioned the role of Bangladesh’s interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. They alleged failure to stop targeted attacks on minorities and demanded international attention to the issue.</p>
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		<title>Kurmi Community Starts Rail Blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2025 07:09:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Kurmi community starts rail blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal, demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for their community. The protests caused major disruption in train services, affecting commuters and freight movement. Kurmi community starts rail blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal to press their demand for ST recognition, citing social and economic marginalization. Protesters gathered [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p data-start="193" data-end="570">Kurmi community starts rail blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal, demanding Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for their community. The protests caused major disruption in train services, affecting commuters and freight movement. Kurmi community starts rail blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal to press their demand for ST recognition, citing social and economic marginalization.</p>
<p data-start="572" data-end="870">Protesters gathered at multiple railway tracks in key districts of both states early on Saturday. They raised slogans, displayed banners, and blocked trains, demanding immediate government action. Officials reported that security personnel were deployed to manage the situation and ensure safety.</p>
<p data-start="872" data-end="1211">The Kurmi leaders claimed that their community has faced historical disadvantages and deserved ST status to access government schemes and benefits. They warned of prolonged agitation if the authorities failed to respond promptly. Kurmi community starts rail blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal, emphasizing the urgency of their demand.</p>
<p data-start="1213" data-end="1551">Railway authorities urged passengers to check train schedules before traveling and arranged alternative routes where possible. Meanwhile, district administrations held meetings with Kurmi representatives to seek a peaceful resolution. Analysts suggest that such movements could escalate if the government does not engage constructively.</p>
<p data-start="1553" data-end="1723">The protest highlights long-standing demands of marginalized communities in eastern India and puts pressure on state and central authorities to consider policy changes.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://indiapodcast.com/kurmi-community-starts-rail-blockade-in-jharkhand-and-west-bengal/">Kurmi Community Starts Rail Blockade in Jharkhand and West Bengal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://indiapodcast.com">India Podcast</a>.</p>
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