The historic town of Hajo in Assam, a renowned pilgrimage site, is facing growing concerns over encroachment by Miya Muslims from Bangladesh. This increasing presence has sparked anxiety among the local indigenous Hindu Assamese community, who are feeling increasingly insecure in their own homeland.
According to local reports, tensions have escalated after a Hindu Assamese resident was allegedly threatened by Hashmat Ali, who warned him against using his own fishery. The resident, part of the law-abiding Hindu community, highlighted the community’s adherence to government regulations regarding designated grazing lands. However, there have been allegations that Miya Muslims have encroached on over 153 bighas of the 286 bighas of grazing land in the area over the past 6-7 years.
This encroachment has reportedly been used to intimidate and pressure the local Hindu Assamese population, exacerbating fears and deepening the divide between the communities. The situation in Hajo reflects broader concerns in the region about demographic changes and land rights, with local leaders calling for urgent government intervention to address the issue and restore harmony in the area