Overview

• On September 16, Bangladesh's interim chief adviser toured the Dhakeshwari National Temple in Dhaka, met Hindu community members, and reviewed festival preparations.
• Muhammad Yunus said no government can deny fundamental constitutional rights and urged that religious festivals proceed without heavy security.
• He noted he will be abroad during Durga Puja to attend the UN General Assembly, explaining the timing of his visit.
• Community monitors cite 2,442 incidents targeting minorities since August 4, 2024, with recent reports of idol vandalism in Kushtia.
• The Commerce Ministry has conditionally allowed 1,200 metric tons of Hilsa exports to India for the festival season, as organizers plan 33,576 puja pavilions nationwide from September 27 to October 2.