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Hindus in Dhaka, Bangladesh, report a rise in attacks by radical Islamists, many allegedly encouraged by Jamaat-e-Islami. They deny the attacks are politically motivated, asserting they are targeted simply for being Hindu. Residents report being treated as unequal citizens and frequently told to leave for India. They express hope that Tarique Rahman might improve the situation. The community cites increasing discrimination and violence, including the recent murders of Amrit Mondal and Dipu Chandra Das (who was accused of blasphemy). A local Hindu organization has protested in Dhaka against these attacks.

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Dhaka Hindus Report Rising Islamist Attacks, Fear for Safety

Dhaka, Bangladesh – Members of the Hindu community in Dhaka are reporting a surge in attacks and discrimination, claiming they are being targeted by radical Islamists solely for their religious beliefs. Speaking to NDTV on condition of anonymity due to safety concerns, residents described a climate of fear and unequal treatment.

“They are attacking us because we are Hindus, not because we support any political party,” one resident told NDTV, refuting claims that the violence is politically motivated. “This is a smokescreen to run their campaign against minorities.”

The residents also expressed concern that they are being treated as unequal citizens and often told to leave the country. “The Islamists call us Indians; they say we must go back to India,” another resident said. “But we are not Indians. We are Bangladeshi Hindus. I was born here and I will die here. This is my country.”

The community is pinning hopes on Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), who has recently returned to the country. They hope his leadership will bring justice and reduce the discrimination against minorities.

The situation reportedly worsened after the fall of Sheikh Hasina. Residents report increasing discrimination in employment and unequal treatment of Hindu children.

The reports of escalating discrimination come amid recent incidents of violence. Amrit Mondal, 29, was beaten to death and Dipu Chandra Das, 27, was lynched after being falsely accused of blasphemy.

A local Hindu organization staged a protest in Dhaka today, demanding an end to the attacks on the minority community. The protestors seek protection and equal rights from the government.

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