2024 Bangladesh anti-Hindu violence

Following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina on August 5, 2024, attacks began on the homes, businesses, and places of worship of the Hindu community in Bangladesh. [1] The Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council reported that from August 4 to August 20, a total of 2,010 incidents (including 69 temples) of attacks on Hindus took place across the country within this 16-day period. Among the incidents, 157 families were violently ransacked, looted, and set ablaze, their businesses razed to the ground.[2][3] 9 Hindus were killed in these attacks.[4]

  1. ^ Johnson, George (10 August 2024). "Bangladesh Hindus targeted in attacks after fall of PM". The Telegraph. Archived from the original on 10 August 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
  2. ^ "2,010 communal attacks in Bangladesh since August 4 to 20: Oikyo Parishad". The Daily Star. 19 September 2024. Archived from the original on 19 September 2024. Retrieved 23 September 2024.
  3. ^ "Report: 2,010 incidents of communal violence occurred from August 4 to 20 in Bangladesh". Dhaka Tribune.
  4. ^ Bangla, VOA (10 October 2024). "Bangladeshi Hindus voice fear, anxiety as Durga Puja begins". Voice of America. Retrieved 15 October 2024.