WASHINGTON, USA: The United States is actively engaging with India and other regional partners to address the escalating violence in Bangladesh following the recent political upheaval.
According to US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel, Washington is committed to ending the violence, ensuring accountability, and upholding the rule of law in Bangladesh. Patel confirmed that the US is in communication with Indian officials and other regional stakeholders to discuss the situation and its implications.
Patel also welcomed statements from Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, who has called for calm and a focus on restoring security and protecting minority communities. This response is seen as a positive step towards stabilizing the situation in the country.
However, advocacy groups such as the Hindu American Foundation are urging the US government to take more decisive action to protect the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. The foundation has criticized President Joe Biden and other officials for not commenting on the reported attacks against Bangladeshi Hindus, who are said to be facing increased violence and discrimination. The HinduACTion NGO has highlighted that rural Hindus are particularly vulnerable, calling for increased grassroots education and reform of religious curricula to prevent anti-Hindu sentiments.
The situation remains fluid, with ongoing international concern about the safety and rights of minority communities in Bangladesh. The US administration faces pressure to address these issues more explicitly and to support efforts to protect vulnerable populations in the region.
