01-Aug-2023

Haryana: Bajrang Dal members target and threaten Muslim migrants, forcing their displacement.

In the aftermath of the violence triggered by a Hindu religious procession in Nuh, Haryana, members of Bajrang Dal targeted Muslim migrants in Palra village, Gurugram. Armed with sticks, swords, and guns, they threatened and assaulted hundreds of Muslim workers, forcing them to flee in fear for their lives. The Bajrang Dal members allegedly issued ultimatums, demanding immediate evacuation or facing dire consequences, even after police presence in the area. The violence left the Muslim community in disarray, with families hastily leaving for their native places in West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh, or seeking refuge in forested areas. Muslim migrant workers, mostly employed in menial jobs, report being fired, facing salary non-payment, and encountering hate speeches, contributing to financial hardships. State Intervention: The state did not undertake any specific measures to address the aforementioned situation.

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