Dhaka, Aug. 2 -- In the context of Bangladesh, the Urdu-speaking community represents a distinct ethnic and linguistic origin group. Commonly referred to as "Biharis", this term reflects the widespread belief that the members of the community migrated solely from the Indian state of Bihar in the aftermath of communal riots and violence following the 1947 partition of the Indian subcontinent.

However, in reality, the community's origins are more diverse. Many also came from other regions, including Uttar Pradesh, Kolkata, Murshidabad, and the Central Provinces of India. Facing threats to their safety and livelihoods, around one million Indian Muslims ultimately sought refuge in what was then East Pakistan (now Bangladesh).

After gaining ...