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Rising Violence: Two More Hindu Men Killed in Bangladesh

1/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Two Hindu men were killed in Bangladesh within 24 hours, the sixth such death in 18 days.
Sarat Mani Chakraborty, 40, a grocery owner, was attacked in Narsingdi district and died from injuries.
Rana Pratap Bairagi, 38, a businessman and acting newspaper editor, was shot and his throat was slit in Jashore.
Authorities have launched investigations, but no arrests have been made, and rights groups warn of rising minority violence.

History

Historical Context

In 2013, Bangladesh experienced severe anti-Hindu violence, resulting in over 100 deaths and the destruction of numerous temples, with 1,500 Hindu homes attacked. This violence, largely attributed to the Jamaat-e-Islami party amid political turmoil, reflects ongoing societal tensions. Recent killings of Hindu individuals underscore the persistent threat to religious minorities, raising alarms about their safety and the potential for further violence.

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Story summary

Two Hindu men were killed in Bangladesh within 24 hours, the sixth such death in 18 days.
Sarat Mani Chakraborty, 40, a grocery owner, was attacked in Narsingdi district and died from injuries.
Rana Pratap Bairagi, 38, a businessman and acting newspaper editor, was shot and his throat was slit in Jashore.
Authorities have launched investigations, but no arrests have been made, and rights groups warn of rising minority violence.

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