Sat Nov 30 13:51:39 UTC 2024: ## Hindu Priest Arrested in Bangladesh Amidst Rising Tensions
**Dhaka, Bangladesh –** A Hindu priest, Shyam Das Prabhu, has been arrested in Chattogram, Bangladesh, sparking further unrest in a country already grappling with escalating tensions between religious groups. This arrest follows the November 25th arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Vaishnavite leader and former ISKCON member, which ignited protests and clashes in Dhaka and Chittagong.
The arrest of Shyam Das Prabhu was confirmed by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Kolkata via a social media post. The situation has deteriorated significantly since Chinmoy Krishna Das’s arrest and subsequent denial of bail, culminating in the death of assistant public prosecutor Saiful Islam during clashes between security forces and Das’s followers. Authorities have reportedly arrested at least six individuals linked to the Chhatra League, the student wing of the Awami League, based on CCTV footage of the violence.
India has expressed deep concern over the escalating situation and the targeting of minority communities in Bangladesh. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued a statement urging the interim Bangladeshi government to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minority groups. The events highlight growing anxieties surrounding religious freedom and safety for minority communities within Bangladesh.
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