Hindu Man Attacked, Set Ablaze in Bangladesh; Wife Seeks Answers Amid Rising Violence

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News18•01-01-2026, 22:59
Hindu Man Attacked, Set Ablaze in Bangladesh; Wife Seeks Answers Amid Rising Violence
- •Khokon Chandra Das, a Hindu man, was attacked with sharp weapons and set on fire in Bangladesh while returning from his shop.
- •His wife, Seema Das, expressed shock, stating the family had no disputes and couldn't understand the motive behind the brutal targeting.
- •Khokon Das recognized two attackers who poured petrol on him; he jumped into a pond to extinguish the flames, sustaining severe injuries.
- •The incident highlights escalating violence against minorities, including Hindus, in Bangladesh under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus.
- •India has voiced "grave concern" over "unremitting hostility" against minorities in Bangladesh, while the Bangladesh government denies the charge.
Why It Matters: Brutal attack on Hindu man in Bangladesh raises concerns about minority safety and regional stability.
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