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Bangladesh vows to protect Hindus and all faiths: Ro Khanna
Amid rising violence in Bangladesh, Congressman Ro Khanna spoke with Muhammad Yunus and urged him to protect religious minorities.
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Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna / Website-khanna.house.gov
Indian-American Congressman Ro Khanna said on Jan.7 that he spoke with Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who currently heads Bangladesh's interim government. The conversation centered on Bangladesh's commitment to protecting religious minorities, including Hindus, from violence and persecution, while fostering interfaith harmony and religious freedom.
In a statement shared on X (formerly known as Twitter), Khanna described the call as “long and productive”, noting assurances from Yunus about Bangladesh’s commitment to protecting its religious minorities.
Muhammad Yunus-led Yunus Centre, a think tank based in Dhaka, also invited journalists to visit the country, signaling a move toward greater transparency and accountability.
“They assured me that Bangladesh will do everything in its power to protect Hindus and people of all faiths from violence and religious persecution,” Khanna wrote in an X post.
I had a long and productive call this morning with @Yunus_Centre. He assured me that Bangladesh will do everything in its power to protect Hindus & people of all faiths from violence & religious persecution. He invited journalists to visit.
— Rep. Ro Khanna (@RepRoKhanna) January 7, 2025
I look forward to working to… pic.twitter.com/bC7S9MbyXL
He further emphasized his dedication to strengthening U.S.-Bangladesh relations and supporting the South Asian Regional Cooperative.
This engagement comes at a critical time, as Bangladesh faces growing international scrutiny over the safety of its religious minorities. The arrest of Hindu monk and activist Chinmoy Krishna Das in November 2024 has intensified concerns. Das, a vocal advocate for Hindu rights, was detained on charges of sedition, sparking protests and international condemnation. His arrest followed a series of violent incidents allegedly targeting Hindu communities, including attacks on temples, homes, and businesses, particularly after the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
The interim government, led by Yunus, has faced mounting pressure to address these issues. While security forces have been deployed to curb violence, critics argue that more robust measures are needed to ensure the safety of minority communities and restore communal harmony.
As the Bangladesh situation evolves, Khanna’s outreach highlights the potential for stronger U.S.-Bangladesh ties grounded in shared values of human rights, religious freedom, and regional stability.
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