Controversy Over KKR’s Signing Amidst Bangladesh's Hindu Atrocities

Jagatguru Rambhadracharya criticized Shah Rukh Khan for signing Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman to KKR, amidst Hindu atrocities in Bangladesh. The seer called for the Indian government to take a strong stance against these incidents, emphasizing the role of Hindus in Bangladesh's formation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Nagpur | Updated: 01-01-2026 23:36 IST | Created: 01-01-2026 23:36 IST
Controversy Over KKR’s Signing Amidst Bangladesh's Hindu Atrocities
Jagatguru Rambhadracharya
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Hindu spiritual leader Jagatguru Rambhadracharya has publicly criticized Bollywood icon Shah Rukh Khan due to the Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) recent recruitment of Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman for the IPL 2026 season.

The crux of the controversy lies in the backdrop of ongoing atrocities against minority Hindus in Bangladesh. Rambhadracharya condemned these events, labeling Khan's decision as 'traitorous' in character, as per his statements in a dialogue with PTI Videos in Nagpur.

The seer further urged the Indian government to adopt a stern position on the matter, highlighting the pivotal role of Hindus in the birth of Bangladesh, and urged the Bangladeshi government to acknowledge and correct the current situation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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