Music Therapy or Blind Faith? Exploitation of Villagers in Dhubri District
Dhubri, August 04, 2024: Even today, the grip of blind faith persists in some regions. In a startling incident from Birsing village in Dhubri district, individuals posing as healers are exploiting the poor by offering sham medical services. These so-called treatments involve loud music and dance, deceiving uneducated villagers and extracting money from them.
In Birsing village, unscrupulous individuals are providing “medical” services without any legitimate medication. Instead, they use a music system, claiming it can treat various ailments. This bizarre method involves dancing around patients to loud music, all under the guise of curing them.
This fraudulent practice preys on the ignorance and desperation of uneducated villagers. Promising miraculous cures, these con artists charge significant amounts of money from the poor, who are already struggling to make ends meet. The misuse of blind faith and false promises is a common tactic in these rural areas.
Such incidents are not isolated. In many parts of Dhubri district, particularly rural areas, this form of exploitation is rampant. High blood pressure-induced paralysis is one condition frequently targeted by these charlatans. Instead of seeking proper medical treatment, villagers are misled into believing that music and dance can cure them.
The authorities are being urged to intervene and put an end to these deceitful practices. Raising awareness about the importance of proper medical care and educating the villagers on the dangers of blind faith are crucial steps in combating this issue.
Blind faith continues to be a significant issue in certain rural areas, with con artists exploiting the vulnerable for financial gain.
