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Bangladeshi Folk Band's Studio Destroyed in Mob Violence

Rahul Ananda's home and musical instruments burned amid unrest following government collapse

  • Rahul Ananda's house in Dhaka was looted and set on fire by a mob, destroying over 3,000 handmade instruments.
  • The attack occurred after the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the subsequent unrest.
  • Ananda, his wife, and son escaped unharmed, but their home and valuables were lost.
  • The violence has predominantly targeted minority communities, including Hindus, across Bangladesh.
  • Calls for peace have been made by leaders, urging protection for religious minorities in the country.
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