Bangladesh Hindus Demand Protection Amid Rising Attacks
Minority groups in Bangladesh rally against violence and call for government action as tensions escalate following political upheaval.
Overview
- Hindus, making up about 8% of Bangladesh's population, report over 2,000 attacks since August when Sheikh Hasina's government was ousted.
- Interim leader Muhammad Yunus, a Nobel laureate, claims the reported numbers of attacks are exaggerated.
- Protesters demand the withdrawal of sedition charges against Hindu leaders accused of disrespecting the national flag.
- Minority groups are pressing for legal protections, a dedicated ministry, and a tribunal to address minority rights violations.
- International figures, including Indian PM Narendra Modi and US politicians, have expressed concern over the violence in Bangladesh.