Durga Puja festival marred by desecration and damage in Bangladesh
There has been a concerning rise in Islamist extremism in Bangladesh, which has led to increased violence against minorities, particularly the Hindus. The political vacuum following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has allowed Islamist parties to gain ground.
The situation in Bangladesh has been dire for the Hindu community. There have been numerous reports of violence and killings by radical mobs. For instance, during the recent Durga Puja celebrations, there were back-to-back attacks on Hindu communities, including attacks on puja mandaps. Miscreants attacked an idol immersion procession in Old Dhaka, injuring three people. Additionally, there have been reports of bomb attacks on puja mandaps and other violent acts targeting the Hindu community.
On 2 October, miscreants vandalised three under-construction idols intended for Durga Puja at Palpara Durga Mandir in Pabna's Sujanagar. The hands and heads of the idols were damaged, as reported by Bijon Pal, president of the temple committee. Radical Islamic groups in Bangladesh have issued threats to the minority Hindu community, urging them not to openly celebrate Durga Puja and opposing nationwide holidays for the festival.
These incidents have raised serious concerns about the safety and security of minorities in the country. This situation calls for urgent action to protect the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. It's a deeply troubling issue that highlights the need for stronger measures to ensure the safety and rights of all communities.
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