Canadian Lawmaker Sounds Alarm Over Growing Violence in Bangladesh

A Canadian lawmaker has strongly condemned the ongoing violence and lawlessness in Bangladesh under the current interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. The country is witnessing a dangerous rise in attacks against minority groups, especially Hindus, nearly a year after the political change following the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Shuvaloy Majumdar, a Canadian Member of Parliament and human rights advocate, described recent acts of mob violence as shocking and deeply disturbing. He pointed to the brutal lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, whose death and the desecration of his body have caused widespread outrage. The fact that the victim’s family first learned of the tragedy from social media rather than official sources highlights a severe breakdown in state responsibility.

Majumdar emphasized that these violent incidents are part of a larger pattern targeting minorities and political supporters since the political transition. Instead of calming down, hostility and violence have intensified, culminating in horrific acts such as public lynchings.

The lawmaker questioned the leadership and control of the interim government, calling for clarity and accountability. He warned that holding free and fair elections in such a volatile environment—especially with the banning of key political parties—would be a significant challenge.

Majumdar also linked the crisis to historical trauma from the 1971 liberation war, suggesting that unresolved extremist attitudes continue to undermine Bangladesh’s institutions. He expressed concern about increasing attacks on the press and liberal voices, signaling a troubling rise in religious fundamentalism threatening the country’s secular foundations.

He urged the international community to respond firmly and address the root causes of the violence to protect all citizens, regardless of religion or background.