Bangladesh: 71 Blasphemy Cases Target Hindus in 6 Months, Extremists Escalate Violence

• HRCBM report reveals 71 blasphemy cases directly targeting Hindus in Bangladesh from June-Dec 2025.
• Over 90% of accused are Hindus, including minors; incidents spread across 30+ districts.
• Accusations often stem from unverified Facebook posts, leading to arrests under Cyber Security Act.
• Violence includes vandalism, mob lynchings, and deaths, with police role and law and order questioned.
• India's MEA condemned killings and lynchings, urging severe punishment for perpetrators.

Why It Matters: Escalating blasphemy accusations and violence against Hindus in Bangladesh raise serious human rights concerns.