Bangladesh: 71 Blasphemy Attacks on Hindus in 6 Months, Report Reveals Widespread Persecution

• HRCBM report details 71 blasphemy-related attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh from June-Dec 2025.
• Incidents occurred across over 30 districts, showing a pattern of vulnerability, not isolated events.
• Allegations often originate from disputed social media posts, leading to mob violence, arrests, and collective punishment.
• Attacks include damage to homes/temples, expulsions, and deaths; over 90% of those named were Hindus, including minors.
• India's MEA has expressed concern over the sustained hostility and violence against minorities in Bangladesh.

Why It Matters: Report exposes alarming pattern of blasphemy-fueled attacks and persecution against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh.