ISKCON Organizes Global Prayer for Peace as Religious Minorities in Bangladesh Face Challenges

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:40am on 30 Nov 2024,Saturday International

ISKCON has called for global prayer and kirtan on Sunday to advocate for the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh. Following the fall of Sheikh Hasina's government, attacks on minorities, including vandalism of Hindu temples, have escalated. The recent arrest of former ISKCON member Chinmoy Krishna Das on sedition charges has intensified protests. ISKCON condemned the suppression and urged authorities to ensure citizens' safety. Countries like India, the UK, and the US have voiced concerns. ISKCON has demanded action against attackers, protection of minority rights, and restoration of harmony in Bangladesh.

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