Jammu and Kashmir People’s Democratic Party (PDP) president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday expressed grave concern over the ongoing disturbing developments in Bangladesh, including the alleged harassment of minority women.
The PDP chief described the developments as deeply disturbing and urged the government to take necessary action. In a post on X, she said, “Reports from Bangladesh alleging that Hindu women fear moving freely while wearing sindoor are deeply disturbing.”
Mufti said the leadership of the country, however, faces a moral dilemma, as “lumpen elements” within the country are allegedly seen forcibly pulling off the hijabs of Muslim women.
“Sadly, the Indian leadership appears to face a moral dilemma in raising this grave issue with Bangladeshi authorities, as lumpen elements at home are themselves seen forcibly pulling off the hijabs of Muslim women. In a world dominated by fanatics, who will truly stand up for the rights and dignity of women?” she questioned.
The interim government in Bangladesh, led by Muhammad Yunus, has come under intense pressure following the killing of a youth leader in the country.
The killings have led to mass demonstrations, with protesters torching vehicles, looting shops, and allegedly killing members of minority communities.
The Bangladeshi government has urged calm, stating that several people have been arrested in connection with the killing of the youth leader and a minority Hindu man who was lynched and burnt by a mob.
India has also taken strong note of the developing situation and has urged the Bangladesh government to ensure the safeguard the minorities in the country.
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