Protesters demand immediate justice for Dipu Chandra Das and minorities
Tensions flared in the United Kingdom as a large gathering of the Indian and Bangladeshi diaspora faced unexpected interference. On Saturday, a significant London protest by Hindus took place outside the Bangladesh High Commission. The demonstration was organized to condemn the brutal lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a garment worker in Mymensingh, and to highlight the ongoing struggle of minorities in Bangladesh.
More than 500 participants joined the rally, carrying placards with slogans like "Hindus Lives Matter." The crowd also called for the release of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das. However, the peaceful atmosphere was briefly interrupted when a group of Khalistani supporters arrived at the scene. Carrying yellow flags and shouting provocative slogans, these counter-protesters attempted to derail the demonstration’s focus.
Organizers from the Bengali Hindu Adarsha Saangha (UK) expressed confusion and frustration over the intervention. Prajjwal Biswas, one of the coordinators, noted that the Khalistani group had no connection to the issues in Bangladesh and seemed intent on instigating the crowd. Local police had to step in quickly, forming a human barrier to keep the two groups separate and prevent the situation from escalating into violence.
This London protest by Hindus comes at a time of rising international concern. Reports indicate that Dipu Chandra Das was murdered following unverified allegations, while another man, Amrit Mandal, was recently beaten to death. Sources suggest that external proxies are being used to shift the global narrative away from human rights violations against minorities.
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has already voiced its deep concern regarding the "unremitting hostility" faced by Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians in Bangladesh. Protesters in London urged the interim administration in Dhaka, led by Mohammad Yunus, to ensure the safety and constitutional rights of all citizens regardless of their faith.
