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Durga Puja incidents in Bangladesh prompt the Ministry of External Affairs to urge the government to ensure the safety of Hindus and minorities amid rising tensions.
Durga Puja incidents lead to arrests in Bangladesh
Amid Durga Puja incidents, reports indicate that as many as 17 persons have been arrested, and about a dozen cases registered following approximately 35 untoward incidents related to the ongoing Durga Puja celebrations in Bangladesh. These occurrences have raised concerns about the safety of religious minorities during this festival.
Ministry of External Affairs condemns Durga Puja moments
In light of the incidents during the Durga Puja, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called the situation “deplorable” and urged the Bangladesh government to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities in the country. The MEA emphasized the importance of safeguarding places of worship during the festival.
MEA urges Bangladesh to protect minorities
The MEA further commented on the Durga Puja incidents, calling on the Bangladesh government to take stronger measures to ensure the safety of Hindus and all minorities, especially during this auspicious time of celebration. The ministry stressed the need to prevent the desecration of temples and protect religious freedoms.