Gauhati High Court Seeks Assam Government’s Response on PIL Alleging Targeting of Bengali-Speaking Community

The Gauhati High Court directed the Assam Government to file its response to a PIL alleging that the Bengali-speaking community in the State is being targeted through various government measures and policies.

The petition challenged actions such as eviction drives and a scheme granting arms licences to indigenous people in vulnerable areas, claiming they disproportionately affect minority communities.

While hearing the matter, the Court observed that the allegations in the plea appeared “very general and vague” and noted that multiple reasons could exist behind such policies.

Nevertheless, considering the seriousness of the claims, the Court sought a counter-affidavit from the State government.