Lynching of a Hindu in Bangladesh Fans Fears of Rising Intolerance

New York Times - WorldEN 4 min read 100% complete by Saif Hasnat and Mujib MashalDecember 22, 2025 at 03:02 PM

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In Bangladesh on Thursday, December 18, 2025, a Hindu garment worker named Dipu Chandra Das was lynched by a mob after Muslim co-workers accused him of blasphemy. The incident occurred outside Dhaka, where Das worked at a garment factory. Accusations spread that Das had insulted the Prophet Muhammad, leading to the violent attack. Authorities have arrested 12 people in connection with the killing. The lynching has sparked concerns about rising religious intolerance and the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, particularly with upcoming elections in February. The event highlights a broader trend of religious intolerance in South Asia, including similar incidents in Pakistan and India.

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Afghanistan 30% India ×230% Taliban 30% Mohammed 40% Pakistan 40% Islam 50% Dhaka ×260% Bangladesh ×580% Dipu Chandra Das ×590%

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