Surrendered Sundarban robbers: Once ruthless, now struggling for a normal life
Once they were a source of fear even in a forest with tigers and crocodiles -- unleashing violence on the locals, tourists and even the authorities. But now they are struggling to live a humble, normal life.
Once they were a source of fear even in a forest with tigers and crocodiles -- unleashing violence on the locals, tourists and even the authorities. But now they are struggling to live a humble, normal life.
The 326 robbers from Sundarbans, who had surrendered to the authorities, are now spending a significant part of their legal income for legal fees. There are multiple cases against many. Their only plea is that they be exempted from the cases.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel. An investigative report in The Daily Star featured the present lives of former robbers of Sundarbans. Today's Star News Plus presents that story.