Bangladesh's Hindu minority in fear as attacks rise and a national election nears
Summary
Hindu minority in Bangladesh faces rising attacks and fear ahead of February national elections amid growing Islamist influence and political turmoil.
Key Points
- A Hindu garment worker, Dipu Chandra Das, was brutally killed by a mob in December, sparking protests across Bangladesh.
- Human rights groups report over 2,000 communal violence incidents against minorities since August 2024, including killings and attacks on places of worship.
- Rising influence of Islamist parties like Jamaat-e-Islami fuels tensions ahead of Bangladesh's national election on February 12.
- India has criticized Bangladesh over the treatment of its Hindu minority, leading to diplomatic and sporting tensions between the countries.
