Muhammad Yunus, Acting President of Bangladesh Interim Government and PM Modi.
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Mohammad Yunus has given a big statement on the attacks on Hindus. In a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, he has presented his clarification on the attacks on Hindus. Yunus told PM Modi that the situation in Bangladesh has been “brought under control” and life is returning to normal. He said that the news of attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh is being “exaggerated”.
Let us tell you that after the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government in Bangladesh, Mohammad Yunus was sworn in as the Chief Advisor of the interim government on August 8. Sheikh Hasina (76) had to resign after widespread protests by students against reservation in government jobs and on August 5 she left the country and went to India. The Chief Advisor of the Bangladesh government said in a post on ‘X’, “The situation in Bangladesh has come under control and life is becoming normal across the country.” Yunus said that the reports of attacks on minorities have been exaggerated and he is inviting Indian journalists to come to Bangladesh and report on the issues of security of minorities at the ground level.
Yunus accepted the invitation to the Global South Summit
Yunus (84) also accepted the Indian leader’s invitation to attend the ‘Third Voice of Global South Summit’ online from Dhaka on Saturday. On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Modi on Thursday expressed hope that the situation in violence-hit Bangladesh would soon return to normal. He had said that 140 crore Indians are concerned about the safety of Hindus and minorities in the neighboring country. In his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort, he said that India is committed to peace and will remain a well-wisher of Bangladesh in its development journey.
Attacks on Hinduism in Bangladesh
A non-political Hindu organization called ‘Bangladesh National Hindu Grand Alliance’ has claimed that the minority community has faced attacks and threats at 278 places in 48 districts since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led government on August 5. The organization has termed it an ‘attack on Hinduism’. Several Hindu temples, houses and business establishments of the minority community were destroyed this month amid unrest in Bangladesh. A statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi said that during the talks, Modi reaffirmed India’s support for a democratic, stable, peaceful and progressive Bangladesh. The Foreign Ministry statement said, “Modi emphasized India’s commitment to support the people of Bangladesh through various development schemes.
PM Modi told Yunus- ensure the safety of Hindus
Prime Minister Modi also underlined the importance of ensuring the safety of Hindus and all other minority communities in Bangladesh. Yunus assured that the interim government will give priority to the safety of Hindus and all minority groups in Bangladesh. The statement said, “The two leaders also discussed ways to further bilateral relations in accordance with their respective national priorities.” Meanwhile, a message issued from the Chief Advisor’s Office said that the Prime Minister of India has expressed his desire to work with Bangladesh “as a close friend for the benefit of the people” and also expressed his commitment to work closely with the interim government led by Yunus.
When the Indian Prime Minister raised the issue of safety of minorities, Yunus told Modi that his government is committed to the safety of every citizen of the country, including minorities. Yunus said, “The interim government has taken charge as a result of the student movement. This is the second revolution of Bangladesh and his government will fulfill the democratic aspirations of the students and the people.” (Language)
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