The claim
The video shows illegal Bangladeshis leaving West Bengal after the SIR announcement.
Original review summary
The video shows people attending a Kali idol immersion at Funkatala village in Nadia district, not illegal Bangladeshis leaving West Bengal. The review says a Facebook livestream posted on 30 October 2025 and confirmation from local police helped identify the event and location.[S1]
Additional context
The SIR of West Bengal’s electoral rolls began on 4 November 2025. On 25 November, West Bengal Police said the circulating video showed the Kali idol immersion, not illegal immigrants leaving the state. [S1]
Research date:
Sources and attribution
- [S1] FACTLY original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026