Hindu Worker Lynching In Bangladesh: US Condemns Killing; Congressman Ro Khanna Calls It ‘Horrific’ | World News
Dipu Chandra Das, a garment worker from Bhaluka, Bangladesh, was attacked by a gang, beaten to death and his body set on fire following allegations of blasphemy. He died on December 18.
It was reported that the murder intensified investigations into the situation faced by religious minorities in the country, especially Hindus.
US State Department Condemns Killing of Dipu Chandra Das
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US State Department condemns recent religious violence in Bangladesh; A US lawmaker has described the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das as “appalling” and called for an unequivocal condemnation of religious hatred.
“The United States supports freedom of religion and freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association,” the spokesman told news agency IANS while responding to a question about the recent killing of Dipu Chandra Das.
“The United States clearly condemns all forms of religious violence and we welcome the measures taken by the Interim Government of Bangladesh to ensure the safety and security of all communities in Bangladesh,” the spokesperson added.
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Ro Khanna Condemns Dipu Chandra Das’ Murder
Congressman Ro Khanna called the killing “horrific” and called for a clear condemnation of religious hatred.
“The murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old Hindu textile worker in Bangladesh, is horrific and my thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family,” Khanna said in a post on social media platform X.
“We must unequivocally condemn and speak out against these despicable acts of hatred and bigotry,” he added.
The murder of 27-year-old Hindu textile worker Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh is horrific and my thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
We must openly condemn and speak out against this vile hatred and bigotry. — Rep. Ro Khanna (@RepRoKhanna) December 27, 2025
Advocacy groups say attacks on minority communities have increased, citing incidents of mob violence, vandalism and intimidation in various parts of Bangladesh, according to the news agency.
(With inputs from IANS)
