Thousands of people took to the streets and asked sharp questions to the government:

News India Live, Digital Desk: It is said that if there is a fire in a neighbor’s house, its heat reaches one’s own house. Today a similar scene is being seen on the streets of Kolkata. The way minorities are being attacked in Bangladesh, ISKCON temples are being targeted and people like Dipu Das are being killed, has broken the patience of the people of West Bengal.

Why is ‘City of Joy’ angry?

Kolkata, always known for its sweetness and culture, is angry today. Thousands of people have come out on the streets against the ongoing violence in Bangladesh. Be it children, old people or young people, there is only one thing on everyone’s lips that the atrocities on our brothers and sisters in Bangladesh should be stopped.

People say that they cannot watch the show silently. Crowds of protesters blocked many main roads, bringing the city’s pace to a halt. With placards in their hands and slogans on their tongues, the atmosphere was so hot that even the police started sweating.

It’s not just a protest, it’s a relationship of pain

There is only one border line between West Bengal and Bangladesh, but culture, language and heart strings are connected to each other. When a temple is attacked there (Bangladesh) or someone is killed because of his religion, its hurt is felt here. Protesters say the Indian government should now move beyond “strong condemnation” and take some concrete steps.

Crowd gathered in support of ISKCON

There is a lot of anger among the people especially regarding the people associated with ISKCON and the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das. People are demanding that the Indian government put diplomatic pressure on Dhaka and ensure that the Hindus living there remain safe. Many organizations have even warned that if the attacks are not stopped, this movement will become more violent.

pressure on Indian government

These protests in Kolkata have taken their voice to Delhi. This has now become a matter not only of foreign policy but also of domestic sentiments. Now everyone’s eyes are on how the Indian government calms this public anger and what message it gives to Bangladesh.