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Bangladesh has confirmed that there have been multiple attacks on Hindus and other minority communities in the country. The government reported 88 cases related to such incidents between August 5 and October 22, 2024. In connection with these attacks, at least 70 people have been arrested so far.
Shafiqul Alam, the press secretary of the interim government head Muhammad Yunus, shared this information on Tuesday. He mentioned that the number of cases and arrests could rise, as new incidents of violence continue to emerge in areas like Sunamganj and Gazipur.
Alam explained that some of these attacks were directed at individuals who were former members of the ruling party or involved in personal disputes. However, despite these factors, the police are taking action in all cases of violence.
The Bangladeshi authorities also indicated that further details on incidents after October 22 will be shared soon. This disclosure comes after growing concerns in neighboring India about the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh, especially following reports of attacks on temples and individuals.
In India, there have been widespread protests across various cities, calling attention to the situation in Bangladesh. On December 10, Hindu organizations and civil society groups organized marches and rallies in cities like Delhi, Lucknow, Jammu, Dharamsala, and others. Protesters demanded the intervention of the Indian government and international bodies, such as the United Nations, to address the alleged violence against Hindus.
In Delhi, security was heightened outside the Bangladesh High Commission as large groups gathered to express solidarity with the affected communities. Protesters carried placards demanding an end to the alleged "genocide" of Hindus and urged the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to step in and address the issue.
The protests came on the eve of World Human Rights Day, underscoring the growing international concern over the safety and rights of minorities in Bangladesh.
