Former MIC Youth Chief Calls on Malaysia to Respond to Hindu Killings in Bangladesh

Former MIC Youth chief Datuk Sivarraajh Chandran has urged the Malaysian government to address recent incidents of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, stating that an official response would align with Malaysia’s established stance on human rights and the protection of civilians.

In a statement, Sivarraajh said reports of killings involving members of the Hindu community raise serious concerns about law and order in Bangladesh. He noted that Malaysia has strong diplomatic and economic relations with the country and argued that speaking out against violence targeting civilians would be consistent with Malaysia’s long-standing foreign policy principles.

Sivarraajh warned that a lack of response could be perceived as indifference and might contribute to further instability. He also questioned why no official statement had been issued, pointing out that Malaysia has previously expressed positions on international incidents involving civilian harm and human rights violations.

He clarified that his remarks were not intended to politicise the issue or assign blame, but rather to emphasise the principle that violence against civilians is unacceptable under any circumstances. According to him, such incidents are not isolated and carry broader implications for governance, accountability, and regional stability.

Sivarraajh, who also serves as a senator in the Dewan Negara, stressed that addressing these incidents openly would reinforce the importance of the rule of law and the protection of human dignity. He added that Malaysia’s international reputation has often been shaped by its willingness to engage on humanitarian and human rights concerns.

Recent reports from Bangladesh indicate that Hindu communities have been targeted in mob violence, resulting in deaths, injuries, and damage to property. One widely reported incident involved Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu garment worker in Bhaluka, who was killed following allegations that he had made derogatory remarks about Islam during a factory event.

Investigators later stated that no evidence was found to substantiate the allegation. Although Bangladeshi authorities have launched investigations into the incident, observers continue to express concern over ongoing social tensions and the state’s ability to prevent further violence and maintain public order.