Islamic fanaticism is increasing in Bangladesh, radicals are burning Hindus alive… Is Yunus government helpless in front of the agitators?

New Delhi: A very painful and shocking incident has come to light from Mymensingh district of Bangladesh. On Thursday night, a Hindu youth was brutally murdered by a mob on charges of alleged blasphemy. This incident has happened at a time when the country is already going through a period of political turmoil and violent protests.

Who was the deceased youth?

The deceased has been identified as Dipu Chandra Das. He lived in a rented house in Dubalia Para area of ​​Bhaluka upazila of Mymensingh district and worked in a garment factory. Deepu was an ordinary laborer, who was leading a daily life and supporting his family.

What is the whole matter?

According to the police, a group of local people accused Dipu Chandra Das of allegedly making derogatory remarks about Prophet Mohammed (PBUH). The situation went out of control as soon as the allegations were made. At around 9 pm, an angry mob surrounded Deepu and attacked him.

According to eyewitnesses, the mob beat him brutally. The violence did not stop here, rather it is alleged that after the murder, his body was tied to a tree and set on fire. This inhuman act spread panic in the entire area.

police action

As soon as information about the incident was received, the police reached the spot and took the situation under control. Police recovered the body and sent it to Mymensingh Medical College Hospital for post-mortem. However, no formal FIR has been registered in this matter yet.

Police officials say that they are searching for the relatives of the deceased. As soon as the complaint is filed by the family, the legal process will be started. At the same time, questions are being raised on the local administration as to why the crowd could not be stopped in time.

cause of political unrest

This incident has happened at a time when the situation in Bangladesh is already tense. Violent protests are taking place in many parts of the country after the recent death of Sharif Osman Hadi, a radical political activist and key leader of the July Uprising. Sharif Osman Hadi died of gunshot injuries while undergoing treatment in Singapore.

After his death, there is huge anger among his supporters and various fundamentalist groups, the effect of which is clearly visible on the law and order of the country. Experts believe that in this environment of turmoil, incidents of mob violence are increasing.

Question on security of minorities

This incident has once again raised serious questions regarding the security of religious minorities in Bangladesh. Human rights organizations say that mobs taking law into their own hands in cases of alleged blasphemy is a very dangerous trend. Experts believe that the government and administration will have to take strict steps, so that such incidents can be stopped and the culprits can be given strict punishment.

challenge ahead

At present there is an atmosphere of tension in the entire area and the police is maintaining vigilance. This matter is not just the murder of a person, but has become a serious question related to law and order, religious tolerance and human rights. Everyone’s eyes will be on the administration’s action in the coming days.