“In the Land of Anandamath: How Bangladesh’s Largest Proposed Ram Murti Was Transformed into a National Controversy”, Hindu Voice, June 15, 2026
“A Monument Deferred, A Question Unanswered
The custodians of one of Bangladesh’s most prominent Hindu religious institutions announced an indefinite suspension of the construction of what was planned to be the largest murti of Bhagwan Shri Ram in the country at the Sri Sri Radha Govinda and Kali Temple in Madhya Ramchandrapur of Palashbari Upazila under Gaibandha District.
The declaration was made during a formal press conference held within the temple complex itself. According to temple representatives, the project was suspended for the purpose of “maintaining communal harmony” and “in the interest of the nation and society.” It was intended to be a central feature of the temple’s ongoing expansion and renovation, alongside the existing 53-foot murti of Shri Krishna. Concluding the statement, a senior member of the temple committee remarked:
“In future, if we feel the need, we will call you, take the suggestions of all stakeholders and resume the work.”
Whether that day will ever come remains uncertain.
The suspension of the project is significant not merely because it concerns the construction of a religious monument. It is significant because of where it was to be built…….”
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