Another Hindu Man Killed in Targeted Attack in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi
A Hindu man was brutally killed by unidentified attackers in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi city, triggering fresh concerns over the safety of minority communities, police confirmed.
The deceased has been identified as Sarat Chakraborty Mani.
According to law enforcement officials, the victim was attacked with sharp weapons late at night in the Charsindur area under Palash upazila of Narsingdi district. He was returning home after closing his shop when assailants intercepted him and carried out the fatal attack. Locals rushed him to a nearby hospital in critical condition, but doctors declared him dead on arrival
Police said the attackers fled the scene immediately after the assault. A case of murder has been registered, and investigation teams have been formed to identify and apprehend those responsible. However, no arrests had been made at the time of filing this report, and the motive behind the killing is yet to be officially established
The incident has spread fear and tension among local residents, particularly within the Hindu community. Community members alleged that such attacks have been occurring with alarming frequency and demanded immediate action, stronger security measures, and strict punishment for the perpetrators
This killing comes amid a series of recent violent incidents involving members of the Hindu minority in different parts of Bangladesh. Human rights observers have expressed concern over the apparent pattern of attacks and have urged the authorities to ensure the protection of vulnerable communities and uphold law and order
Police said further details would be shared as the investigation progresses.
