Bangladesh's Dismal Minority Record Exposed Amid Rising Hindu Killings

• Two more Hindus killed in Bangladesh in 24 hours, bringing the toll to six in 18 days, sparking renewed fear among the minority community.
• Victims include Sarat Chakraborty Mani in Narsingdi and journalist Rana Pratap Bairagi in Jashore; sexual violence against Hindu women also reported.
• Hindu population in Bangladesh has fallen from one-third to below 8%; 11.3 million Hindus left from 1964-2013 due to persecution.
• Violence surged after Sheikh Hasina's ouster in August 2024, with Hindus targeted as Awami League supporters, leading to 2,184 incidents by Dec 2024.
• Incidents, including the murder of Islamist leader Sharif Osman Hadi, fueled anti-India protests and strained ties, leading to visa service suspension.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh faces a severe minority crisis with rising Hindu killings and exodus, straining international relations.