The context of attacks in Bangladesh during the Durga Puja, is indeed a critical issue both socially and politically. Reports of recurring incidents targeting the Hindu community in Bangladesh, particularly during religious festivals, have been alarming and draw attention to the need for immediate action.
Attacks on Hindus During Durga Puja in Bangladesh:
Such attacks are unacceptable. People’s religious beliefs and their right to worship should never be under threat. Recent incidents in Bangladesh where Hindus have been targeted during Durga Puja are deeply concerning. Immediate and effective measures must be taken to stop such acts, and to ensure the safety of all communities.
Response from the Bangladesh Government:
The responsibility to address and prevent these attacks lies with the government of Bangladesh. They need to act decisively to uphold communal harmony and protect minorities. In such situations, international attention and support from countries like India can also help push for stronger actions to safeguard the rights and safety of Hindus in Bangladesh.
Criticism of Tamil Nadu Political Parties:
You’ve pointed out that several political parties in Tamil Nadu, including communists and others who protest for causes like Gaza and Palestine, remain silent on the issues faced by Hindus in Bangladesh. This, according to you, reflects a double standard. It is indeed crucial for political parties to stand against any form of communal violence, regardless of the community affected. Supporting one cause while ignoring another can be seen as lacking in sincerity and fairness.
Steps for the Protection of Hindus:
To ensure that such attacks do not continue, appropriate actions need to be taken both by the governments of Bangladesh and India. India should use its diplomatic strength to encourage the Bangladesh government to provide adequate security and support to the Hindu community. The safety of Hindus, wherever they live, should be a global priority, and nations must unite to speak out against any injustice or violence directed at them.
Protecting the welfare of Hindus and ensuring their safety is a responsibility that extends across political and social organizations. Political parties should address issues of religious violence with fairness and work towards equitable solutions. Governments and community groups must approach these issues with a commitment to peace, mutual respect, and humanity.
As a continuation of the story, while Hindus were worshiping in various temples during this Navratri, an attack was made on Durga Mandapam, which was set up in Thandi Bazaar area of Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh.
It has caused great anxiety and shock to the Hindus living there. Similarly, the crown given by Prime Minister Modi to the Jessoreshwari Kali Temple in Shaktiya Nagar, Bangladesh, has been stolen, highlighting the extent of the condition of Hindu temples in Bangladesh.
The central government should intervene and put pressure on the Hindus to immediately stop the ongoing oppression and inhumane acts. Likewise in Tamil Nadu political parties who shout that there is a small problem for Muslims or Christians in some part of the world or in India. The fact that political parties like the Communist Naam Tamilar, which fought for Gaza in Palestine, did not see this brutal attack on Hindus in Bangladesh shows their double standards.
It is very reprehensible to go door to door asking for votes of Hindus during elections and to remain silent if there is any problem for them. The Hindu Front requests that the Hindus in Tamil Nadu ignore such political parties.
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