Rising Tensions: The Risks Faced by Hindus in Bangladesh

The shocking murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu garment worker, has spotlighted the escalating violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, triggering protests and demands for justice. Despite arrests, human rights groups insist this is a result of broader issues affecting the minority community.

Bangladesh's Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council has reported over 2,000 communal incidents since 2024, exacerbating fear among Hindus as the national election nears. The interim government under Muhammad Yunus faces criticism for allegedly downplaying these acts.

As Islamist parties like Jamaat-e-Islami regain strength, their symbolic attempts to include minorities are seen by analysts as lacking genuine commitment, further heightening communal tensions. The strained Bangladesh-India relations add to the complexities surrounding this crisis.