Didi: Indian Fishermen were Tourtured in Bangladesh
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Didi: Indian Fishermen were Tourtured in Bangladesh

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee alleged on Monday that 95 Indian fishermen, repatriated from Bangladesh, were tortured during their captivity in the neighbouring country. They crossed the international boundary and entered Bangladesh territorial waters.” The CM also pointed out, “We have managed to bring back 95 fishermen. We were in regular touch with the authorities.” She said, “We are giving ₹10,000 each so that they can run their families. We are giving ₹2 lakh to his wife.” On the Gangasagar Mela preparations, Ms Banerjee pinned hope on the pilgrimage to become a ‘national fair’ in future.

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West Bengal Chief Minister alleges custodial torture of arrested Indian fisherfolk in Bangladeshi jail
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West Bengal Chief Minister alleges custodial torture of arrested Indian fisherfolk in Bangladeshi jail

The Hindu  

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Indian fishermen were beaten up in Bangladesh jail, alleges Mamata Banerjee after felicitating them
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India TV News  

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India TV News  

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The Hindu  

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India Today  

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The Hindu  

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