Bangladesh, Durga Puja
Hindus in Bangladesh to celebrate Durga Puja in subdued manner amid threats, security concerns
Bangladesh is celebrating Durga Puja from October 9-13 and has extended general holidays in the wake of the festival. However, unprecedented violence against Hindus after Sheikh Hasina's ouster and threats by radical Islamic groups has cast a shadow over the celebrations.
Bangladesh set to celebrate Durga Puja amid tensions
Bangladesh is set to celebrate Durga Puja, the largest Hindu festival in the country, from October 9 to 13, with high security amid tensions. The celebrations will be held in 32,666 pavilions of Bangladesh,
Bangladesh extends durga puja holidays amid rising security concerns
Bangladesh extended Durga Puja holidays to four days, responding to the Hindu community's demands following attacks after Sheikh Hasina's resignation.
The Bangladesh government has announced additional holidays for Durga Pooja
Bangladesh government has announced the addition of holidays for Durga Pooja, and the residents of Dhaka are optimistic about the celebrations
Durga Puja celebrations muted amid attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh
The Hindus in Bangladesh will celebrate Durga Puja in a subdued manner this year to register their protest against attacks on the community following Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, according to minority leaders.
Ahead Of Durga Puja, US Asks Bangladesh To Protect Rights Of Hindus
More than 600 people, including Hindus, were killed during violent protests in Bangladesh culminating in the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government, according to a UN report.
US urges Bangladesh to protect rights of Hindus as Durga Puja celebrations begin
The statement from the US comes in the wake of increasing attacks on the minority Hindu community in Bangladesh following the resignation of then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her escape to India in August.
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