Bangladesh: Awami League alleges Hindus face insecurity before Durgā Pūjā
The Awami League, now in opposition, alleged that the BNP government has failed to protect minorities, citing the unresolved August killing of retired teacher Ganapati Chakraborty and his family in Rangpur.
- IANS
The Awami League, now in opposition, alleged that the BNP government has failed to protect minorities, citing the unresolved August killing of retired teacher Ganapati Chakraborty and his family in Rangpur. The district administration says all necessary measures have been taken.
These are party allegations and have not been independently verified.
Key data
The party claims 44 minority deaths in six months.
Why it matters
Durgā Pūjā is the main security test for Bangladeshi Hindus each year, and the issue weighs on India-Bangladesh ties.
GK: did you know?
UNESCO added Kolkata's Durgā Pūjā to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list in December 2021.
