Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has raised serious allegations against ‘Bangladeshi infiltrators,’ accusing them of unlawfully occupying land belonging to tribal communities in Pakur.
CM Himanta’s statements came during his visit to Gaibathan village, where he highlighted issues concerning land rights and administrative inaction.
The CM mentioned despite a court order mandating the return of land to an Adivasi family, the administration has failed to enforce this decision.
“The SPT law prohibits the transfer of Adivasi land. However, two Bangladeshi infiltrators have seized this land. Although the court directed their removal and the restitution of the land to the Adivasi family, nothing has been done by the administration,” said Himanta Sarma.
The CM reported that attempts by the Adivasi family to build a house on their land were met with resistance and attacks from the infiltrators. He expressed frustration over the situation, stating, “An Adivasi Chief Minister in Jharkhand should be taking action to assist them. The infiltration issue is a pressing reality in areas like Pakur and Sahibganj.”
The Assam CM further criticised the administrative handling of the situation, noting that his own visit to certain areas has been restricted due to security concerns. He pledged financial support of ₹1 lakh each to the families of the affected victims and expressed his intention to return to visit these areas once the situation improves.
Apart from this, Himanta Sarma expressed concerns about demographic changes in Eastern Bharat, attributing them to illegal immigration. He highlighted recent incidents involving Rohingya infiltration and criticized the lack of stringent border controls.
“The demographic shifts in Assam, Jharkhand, and West Bengal are alarming. The upcoming 2021 census will likely reveal significant changes, driven by demographic invasions and appeasement policies,” he added.
