11% of Jharkhand's Muslim population accused of being Bangladeshi infiltrators, sparking BJP's NRC proposal in Santhal Pargana ahead of assembly elections.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey alleged that 11% of Jharkhand's Muslim population consists of "Bangladeshi infiltrators," attributing the increase to illegal immigration and accusing opposition parties of neglecting tribal concerns for vote bank politics. BJP leaders aim to implement the National Register of Citizens in Santhal Pargana and assert that the issue is a national concern. Jharkhand's assembly elections are set for November 13 and 20, with over 2.60 crore eligible voters.

October 28, 2024
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