Racism in India blamed for unrest in the streets as African migrants claim they are victims of discrimination. Problems stemming from a culture clash risk tipping over into something more dramatic. In Khirki, by contrast, African residents were subjected to abuse and name-calling. “They call us “habsi” [a racial epithet in Hindi]. The`y use it openly,” said Mr Qabile. “There are lots of people who were born here and understand Hindi. If you understand the language it is a lot worse because you understand the racism.” He and other Africans said Indian residents of Khirki treated anyone with a black skin in the same way, regardless of their country. He said they suffered discrimination in various forms, from vegetable vendors who tried to charge more than the regular rate, to landlords who insisted on higher rents. Others said the abuse was more vicious. Ahmed Qabile, another refugee, from Somalia, said he had lived in India for ten years and spoke some Hindi. He had previously lived in southern India, where he said he faced less discrimination. independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/racism-in-india-blamed-for-unrest-in-the-streets-as-african-migrants-claim-they-are-victims-of-discrimination-9085426.html
Posted on: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 02:14:58 +0000
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