'Ensure safety of Hindus and all minorities': MEA responds to attacks on Hindu temples in Bangladesh

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The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Thursday expressed concerns over a series of attacks on Hindu temples in Bangladesh calling for swift action from the Bangladeshi government to ensure the safety and security of

Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh said: "Several incidents of desecration and damages to Hindu temples and deities in Bangladesh have been reported in the past few months. The Government of India has expressed its concerns about such incidents including the attack

The minister reiterated India's position and urged Bangladesh to uphold the protection of life and liberty for all its citizens, especially minorities.

The Government has also called on the Government of Bangladesh to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities and their places of worship. The primary responsibility for the protection of life and liberty of all citizens of Bangladesh, including minorities, rests with the

Rising attacks on Hindu places of worship

The rise in attacks coincides with growing political instability in Bangladesh following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

In an incident a crude bomb was hurled at a Durga Puja Mandap in Dhaka's Tantibazar area. While the bomb caused minor damage and no injuries the incident highlighted the vulnerability of Hindu worshippers during the

In October this year a crown of goddess Kali gifted by PM Modi during his visit in March 2021 was stolen from the Jeshoreshwari temple in Satkhira's Shyamnagar.

Similar incidents of mob violence targeting Hindu temples and religious sites have intensified in recent months drawing widespread condemnation from human rights organizations and neighbour India.

Prominent ISKCON priest Das arrested

The situation further escalated with the arrest of Hindu ISKCON priest Chinmoy Krishna Das a prominent advocate for minority rights. Das who serves as the spokesperson for Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote was arrested at Dhaka airport while preparing to board a

The MEA had criticized the Bangladeshi government over Das's arrest and subsequent denial of bail. “It is unfortunate that while the perpetrators of these incidents remain at large charges should be pressed against a religious leader presenting legitimate demands through peaceful gatherings

Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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