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Amid spectre of violence, a muted New Year in Murshidabad

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 16 April 2025 ()
In Murshidabad, Bengal, the traditional Poila Baisakh celebrations were subdued following recent violence. While some traders like Nemai Ghosh and Dilip Sarkar bravely reopened their shops, facing anxieties and diminished sales, many residents returned to damaged homes.
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