A hidden community of Bangladesh
A hidden community Faizul Khan Tanim is thrilled by his visit to the Telugu community from Ishwardi and traces their ancient history while learning of their difficulties today photo (two women Telugus) by Khamin, rest by Faizul Khan Tanim Upon reaching the local bus stand at Ishwardi, an upazila of Pabna district in Rajshahi division, it takes 15 minutes by rickshaw to get to the Hospital Railway Colony and New Railway Colony of Fateh Mohammedpur suburb where the greater part of the of the Telugu community lives. These people impress one as laidback in their colourful attire, rich with vibrant cries and laughter. Passing, one can see that most of the buildings are red brick, essentially one-storey structures and most dating back to the early 1940’s. On arrival we were warmly greeted and welcomed in one of their homes in a tin-shed house with a big living area where they all gathered, mostly smiling and astonished faces of almost all ages to find out our purpose. Bright saris and lehan