The UK Parliament’s Motion and Its Impact on Bangladesh’s Political Crisis
History is rarely forgiving toward interim governments that mistake moral symbolism for governing capacity. Bangladesh’s current situation under the interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus increasingly reflects this pattern. What began as a temporary corrective phase following the resignation of the previous government—welcomed both domestically and internationally—now appears to be drifting into a troubling exercise of power without accountability.
Guterres Voices Concern, Urges Bangladesh to Protect Minorities
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has expressed concern over recent incidents of violence in Bangladesh and has called on the authorities to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, particularly members of minority communities.
Mob Lynching of Hindu in Bangladesh Deepens Fears of Religious Extremism
A Hindu garment worker, Dipu Chandra Das, was lynched in Bangladesh following allegations of blasphemy, highlighting growing mob violence, insecurity for religious minorities, and mounting concerns over law and order under the country’s interim government.
Interim Government Has Completely Failed to Prevent Killings and Violence: Minority Unity Alliance
The Minority Unity Alliance has accused the interim government of being completely unsuccessful in preventing continuous violence, killings, and persecution against minority communities. Leaders of the organization made the allegations on Monday at a human chain and protest rally held in front of the National Press Club in the capital.
Hindu Garment Worker Beaten and Burned to Death by a Mob in Bhaluka
The brutal killing of a Hindu garment worker in Bhaluka of Mymensingh district by beating and burning him to death by a mob has sparked intense concern and outrage across the country. The deceased was identified as Dipu Chandra Das (approximately 28). He was a resident of Tarakanda upazila and worked as a laborer at the Dubulia Pioneer Knit Factory.
Sri Lanka Guardian Analysis: A Silent Persecution of Minorities in Bangladesh
Following political instability, violence against minority communities in Bangladesh has taken on a new dimension. According to a report published in Sri Lanka Guardian, members of the Hindu, Christian, Buddhist, and Ahmadiyya communities have faced a series of attacks, killings, arson, and persecution over the past year.
Despite challenges to human rights in Bangladesh, progress is possible: United Kingdom
The British High Commission in Dhaka stated this in a message yesterday. The statement said, “Although there are challenges in Bangladesh, progress in the human rights situation is possible through dialogue, accountability, and coordinated efforts.”
Rising Human Rights Concerns in Bangladesh Ahead of International Human Rights Day
On the eve of International Human Rights Day, rights organizations and monitoring groups have raised alarm over the worsening human-rights situation in Bangladesh. Recent reports indicate a notable increase in extrajudicial killings, custodial deaths, political violence, and harassment of journalists over the past several months.
Demand for Deployment of Special Forces and Army to Ensure Minority Security Ahead of the Election
The Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad and the Metropolitan Sarbojanin Puja Committee have demanded the deployment of the army and specialized forces to ensure the safety of religious and ethnic minorities during the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election. Leaders of the organization expressed this concern based on past experiences surrounding elections.
Human Rights Abuses Continue Unabated Under Bangladesh’s Interim Government
The collapse of the Awami League government in August 2024 marked a decisive turning point in Bangladesh’s contemporary political landscape. A nationwide uprising—fueled by frustration over inequality, corruption, and the abuse of state power—swept the long-standing regime from office and ushered in an interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus. Expectations soared that this transition would usher in a new era of transparency, accountability, and respect for human rights.