Bangladesh’s Caretaker Govt Promises Justice for Minorities Amid Political Upheaval
The newly established interim government of Bangladesh has announced a strong commitment to addressing and resolving the recent wave of attacks on Hindus and other religious minorities that have emerged in the wake of Sheikh Hasina’s sudden departure from power. With Hindus forming the largest minority group in the predominantly Muslim nation, the attacks have sparked widespread concern, especially as this community has been a key supporter of Hasina’s Awami League.
In its first official statement since taking office, the interim cabinet, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, expressed “grave concern” over the targeted violence and pledged immediate action. The government plans to engage with representative bodies and other relevant groups to “find ways to resolve such heinous attacks.”
The statement comes amid a broader effort by the interim government to restore order and implement democratic reforms in a country reeling from weeks of unrest that claimed over 450 lives. The cabinet has also promised to support families of protesters who were killed and injured during the demonstrations that ultimately led to Hasina’s ouster.
The interim administration has already begun a significant institutional overhaul, with new appointments in key positions, including the chief justice, who took office following the resignation of a Hasina ally. This shake-up is part of the government’s broader goal of purging remnants of the previous regime, which was marred by allegations of human rights abuses and autocratic rule.
Interim leader Yunus, who returned to Bangladesh to lead the caretaker administration, has emphasized that restoring law and order is his top priority, with plans to hold elections “within a few months.” The world watches as Bangladesh navigates this turbulent transition, hoping for a peaceful and democratic resolution.
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Bangladesh’s Caretaker Govt Promises Justice for Minorities Amid Political Upheaval
