The new government in Bangladesh took this step immediately on Janmashtami, know more

A wave of violence against minorities has erupted in neighboring Bangladesh for the past one week. With the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government, minorities have been targeted in many areas of Bangladesh. Hindu houses, temples, shops, business centers have been damaged on a large scale. Meanwhile, the new interim government has shown its commitment to the security of Ladhumati the very next day. Brigadier General Sakhwach of the Home Ministry has now directed to make heavy security arrangements for the upcoming Hindu festivals.

The Home Affairs Advisor of the new government of Bangladesh said that all necessary security will be provided to the Hindu community during the upcoming Janmashtami celebrations. Apart from this, there is also talk of giving a three-day holiday on the occasion of Durga Puja. Janmashtami is celebrated on 26 August to commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna in Hinduism. This is the first Hindu festival under the new government. Meanwhile, the government has already started preparations to prevent any untoward incident.

Protest against violence against Hindus around the world

The violence against minority Hindus in Bangladesh is being protested all over the world. Leaders of many countries including India have warned the Yunus government about the safety of minorities. Seeing the protest increasing, the interim government has come into action. Mohammad Yunus has decided to hold a meeting with Hindu students and youth on Monday to discuss the attack on religious minorities. In this meeting, Mohammad Yunus will listen to the complaints of the Hindu community on the issue of security. The interim government of the country has said in an official statement that it will take all measures to protect Hindus and other religious minorities.

What is the condition of Hindus in Bangladesh?

Hinduism is the second largest religion in neighboring Bangladesh. Hindus make up about 10 percent of the country's population. Since the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government last week, violent mobs have targeted Awami League leaders and the minority community. According to reports, Hindu homes, temples and shops were vandalized, looted and set on fire in several cities. Bangladeshi Hindus also protested on the streets of the country against this violence and demanded their protection from the new government.