B’desh Lynching Sparks Global Outrage: US, India Condemn ‘Horrific’ Killing of Hindu Man Dipu Das.

Global Outrage Grows After Lynching of Bangladeshi Hindu Man, US Condemns “Horrific” Crime, India Flags Pattern of Minority Hostility.

Hridya Bharti | HENB | New Delhi | Dec 29, 2025:: : The brutal lynching of a Hindu man in Bangladesh has triggered strong condemnation from the United States, sharp reactions from international lawmakers, and a wave of protests spanning South Asia, Europe, and India, intensifying global scrutiny over the safety of religious minorities in the country.

The US State Department on Tuesday described the killing as “horrific,” reiterating Washington’s firm opposition to religious violence, while Indian authorities warned of an “unremitting hostility against minorities” even as they sought to downplay any immediate diplomatic fallout with Dhaka.

Lynching That Sparked Global Condemnation

The international outcry follows the killing of Dipu Chandra Das, a 29-year-old Hindu garment worker, who was brutally attacked by a mob in Mymensingh district on December 18. According to reports, Das was accused of blasphemy, assaulted by a group of locals, lynched in public, and his body later set ablaze—an act that shocked observers across the region.

The incident came amid mounting concerns over mob violence in Bangladesh, where accusations of blasphemy or moral misconduct have increasingly led to vigilante attacks, particularly targeting minority communities.

More than a week later, another killing added to the alarm. Amrit Mondal, also 29 and known locally as Samrat, was beaten to death by a group of residents in Rajbari district. While Bangladesh’s interim administration condemned the killing, it asserted that the incident lacked a communal motive—an explanation that has failed to convince many rights activists and community leaders.

United States Issues Strong Statement

Reacting to the lynching, a spokesperson for the US State Department told IANS that Washington “unequivocally condemns religious violence in all its forms.” The statement welcomed assurances from Bangladesh’s interim government regarding steps to protect all communities, while emphasizing American support for religious freedom, freedom of expression, peaceful assembly, and association.

Adding political weight to the condemnation, US Congressman Ro Khanna called for unambiguous denunciation of what he described as “vile acts of hatred and bigotry.” He stressed that silence or equivocation only emboldens extremists and undermines democratic values.

Protests Spread Across Continents

The killings have sparked protests well beyond Bangladesh’s borders, reflecting growing anxiety within the global Hindu diaspora and human rights groups.

In the United Kingdom, members of the Bengali Hindu Adarsha Sangha (BHAS) staged a demonstration outside the Bangladeshi High Commission in London. Protesters demanded international intervention and accountability, condemning what they called the public lynching of Dipu Das by Islamist extremists and the arrest of interfaith activist Chinmaya Prabhu, whom they described as a voice for communal harmony.

Across Nepal, large-scale demonstrations were reported in cities such as Birgunj, Janakpurdham, and Golbazar. Protesters briefly blocked sections of the East-West Highway, enforcing a temporary chakka jam to draw attention to their demands. Chanting slogans like “Stop the killing of Hindus,” “Ensure minority security,” and “Respect human rights,” demonstrators accused Bangladeshi authorities of failing to protect vulnerable communities.

India Witnesses Nationwide Protests

In India, the incidents triggered widespread demonstrations from Delhi to Kolkata, Bhopal, and Hyderabad. Hindu organisations including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal mobilised large crowds outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi and other Bangladeshi missions across eastern India.

Protesters demanded justice for the victims, enhanced diplomatic pressure on Dhaka, and international monitoring of minority rights in Bangladesh.

India’s Official Stand: Concern Without Diplomatic Escalation

Amid rising domestic and international pressure, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) acknowledged serious concerns but sought to maintain diplomatic balance. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the continuing hostility towards minorities in Bangladesh as “a matter of grave concern,” while underscoring New Delhi’s desire for stability in the neighbouring country.

“India stands for strengthening our ties with the people of Bangladesh. We favour peace and stability in Bangladesh, and we stand for free, fair, inclusive and participatory elections,” Jaiswal said, signalling that India would continue engagement even as it raises human rights issues.

Broader Concerns Over Minority Safety

Rights groups argue that the lynchings reflect a broader pattern of intolerance, where social media rumours, religious accusations, and mob vigilantism intersect in a climate of weak enforcement and political uncertainty. With Bangladesh currently under an interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus, critics warn that governance gaps may be enabling extremist elements to operate with impunity.

As global attention intensifies, calls are growing for transparent investigations, swift prosecutions, and systemic reforms to ensure the safety of minorities in Bangladesh. Whether these appeals translate into lasting change remains uncertain, but the killings of Dipu Das and Amrit Mondal have undeniably placed Bangladesh’s human rights record under an unforgiving international spotlight.

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