Three West Bengal migrants were attacked in Maharashtra after being mistaken for Bangladeshis, sparking political backlash over rising xenophobia.

Three migrant workers from West Bengal were allegedly attacked in Maharashtra after being mistaken for Bangladeshis due to speaking Bengali, sparking political controversy. They reported being forcibly removed from transport, questioned despite showing Aadhaar cards, and assaulted, including having hot tea poured on them. The incident follows similar cases in BJP-ruled states, with political figures blaming national policies for fostering anti-Bengali sentiment. In a separate incident in Bihar, a mason was violently attacked over false claims of being Bangladeshi; an FIR has been filed, and suspects are being sought. Both cases highlight growing concerns over xenophobia and misinformation targeting migrant laborers.