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In a disturbing report from Kerala, a migrant worker from Chhattisgarh has been lynched by a mob on the suspicion of being a Bangladeshi infiltrator. The transcript details how the victim, a father of two, was questioned, slapped, and beaten to death by locals who claimed he was an 'infiltrator' because of his appearance and language. The speaker highlights the grim irony of such a hate crime occurring in a state known for its progressive ethos. Five individuals have been taken into custody for the murder. The commentary suggests the perpetrators likely believed they were committing an 'act of patriotism' driven by prevailing hate narratives. The report confirms the victim was not a Bangladeshi but a labourer trying to earn a living.
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