Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:13am on 20 Jun 2026,Saturday International
Thousands of members of Bangladesh’s Hindu community staged protests in Dhaka after an alleged desecration of an image of Lord Ram during demonstrations by Islamist groups. Protesters organized torchlight marches, raised religious slogans, and demanded the immediate arrest and punishment of those responsible. The demonstrations also highlighted concerns over the suspension of an 81-foot Lord Ram statue project in northern Bangladesh following reported threats from radical groups. Hindu organizations issued an ultimatum to authorities and warned of wider nationwide protests if action is not taken. The developments have intensified concerns over minority rights and religious tensions in the country.
