BJP Leader Urges India to Support Bangladeshi Hindus Amid Political Unrest

BJP leader Swapan Dasgupta stressed the importance of India sending signals to Hindus in Bangladesh that they are welcome in India. He emphasized that Hindus globally belong to India. The Centre for Democracy, Pluralism and Human Rights (CDPHR) released a report detailing attacks on minorities amid political unrest in Bangladesh.

BJP leader Swapan Dasgupta on Wednesday emphasized the importance of India sending supportive signals to Hindus residing in Bangladesh, indicating that they are always welcome in India.

The former Parliament member asserted that Hindus worldwide hold an intrinsic connection to India.

The Centre for Democracy, Pluralism and Human Rights (CDPHR) released a detailed report on Wednesday that documents the human rights abuses and attacks against minorities in Bangladesh. The report highlights the political turmoil since protests began over a job-quota issue, culminating in the forced departure of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina.

(With inputs from agencies.)