Khilkhet, Dhaka, Bangladesh: In a deeply disturbing and heartbreaking incident, the Durga Temple in Khilkhet, Dhaka has reportedly been demolished by Bangladeshi authorities—with the sacred idols of the goddess still inside. This act, carried out under the current regime led by Muhammad Yunus, has sparked outrage and grief among the Hindu community across Bangladesh and beyond.
A Temple Destroyed, A Faith Betrayed
For the Hindu community, a temple is not just a place of worship—it is a living home of divinity. The demolition of the Durga Temple, especially with deities still enshrined, is more than a legal or political issue—it is an attack on the soul of a people, a brutal desecration of faith.
Despite the severity of this incident, mainstream media remains silent. There is no international outcry, no human rights condemnation, and no global support for the victims. The message to Bangladesh’s Hindu minority is clear: you are on your own.
A Cry from a Community Left Abandoned
“We couldn’t save our temple. We couldn’t stop its destruction. As Hindus, we stand alone.”
This sentiment echoes painfully among the local Hindu community. The demolition of sacred spaces, the absence of legal accountability, and the utter lack of support leave many feeling abandoned not only by their country but by the global Hindu diaspora and human rights defenders alike.
The Systemic Nature of Religious Injustice
This is not an isolated event. In recent years, Bangladesh has witnessed a troubling rise in violence, encroachment, and desecration of Hindu temples, often under the guise of development or political agendas. The systemic failure to protect minority rights—combined with widespread legal impunity—has made religious persecution a normalized part of life for Hindus in Bangladesh.
A Silent World, A Suffering People
While the international community often champions religious freedom and minority rights, its silence in the face of such barbarism is deafening. The destruction of the Khilkhet Durga Temple stands as a symbol of what happens when the world watches in silence.
Where Is the Outrage?
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Where are the media headlines?
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Where are the voices of solidarity?
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Where is justice for the desecration of sacred space and faith?
A Call to Conscience
This moment must be a wake-up call—not just for Hindus, but for anyone who believes in religious freedom, human dignity, and the rule of law. If sacred temples can be razed without resistance, if faith can be crushed without consequence, what hope is left for justice?
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