Assault on Bihar Students in Bengal Sparks Political Outcry
Two men from Bihar were allegedly assaulted in Siliguri, prompting arrests and fierce criticism of West Bengal's government.
- Two Bihar students were allegedly assaulted by men claiming to be police officers in Siliguri, West Bengal, for using fake domicile certificates.
- The incident, captured on video, shows the students being forced to do sit-ups and one being thrown against a wall.
- Union Ministers Chirag Paswan and Giriraj Singh condemned the attack, accusing the Mamata Banerjee government of discrimination against Biharis.
- Two men from the Bangla Paksha organization were arrested in connection with the assault, which has triggered widespread outrage.
- Bihar's chief minister has ordered a thorough investigation, while Bihar police have written to West Bengal police to ensure the safety of students.