Bangladesh violence: The incidents of violence against Hindus are continuously increasing in Bangladesh. Despite the promises of the Yunus government, minorities are being targeted. A mob of fundamentalists is attacking the houses of Hindus in Sumanganj of the district.
Hindus were forced to flee due to mob attacks
A few days ago there was an attack on the houses of Hindus. This violence was done by a Hindu youth accused of blasphemy in a Facebook post. A mob of extremists vandalized the houses of more than 100 Hindus. Worship houses and temples were also damaged. However, the police have arrested 20-year-old Akash Das, resident of Mangalar village of Sumanganj, on charges of blasphemy in the entire incident. According to the information, more than 200 Hindu families have already migrated.
Sheikh Hasina’s first statement
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has given her first public address after the complete change of power and increasing violence. In her virtual address at an event in New York on Bangladesh’s Victory Day, Hasina accused the Yunus government of pre-meditated genocide against minorities, especially Hindus. Hasina said, Yunus government wants to kill me and sister Rehana. I decided to leave Bangladesh to save people’s lives, not to save my life.
Ensure safety of Hindu minorities: US Congress
Additionally, US Congressman Brad Sherman issued a statement asking the interim government of Bangladesh to protect the Hindu minority. Also asked to address the protests by Hindus and minority communities against the continuous attacks and harassment. Sherman said the current administration must show leadership in ensuring the safety of the Hindu community by taking action against the violence targeting them. The interim government of Bangladesh has the responsibility to protect its Hindu minority and address the thousands of minority Hindus protesting against attacks and persecution in the country.
