ISKCON, an organization that has raised its voice against atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh, is now being targeted by extremists. The radical organization Hifazat-e-Islam demanded a ban on ISKCON, accusing it of being a supporter of the former Sheikh Hasina government. While ISKCON operated in Bangladesh is a non-political social organization. ISKCON operates 18 temples in Bangladesh, as well as many social programs. It includes distribution of food to people of all religions. Because of his closeness to the Yunus government, Hifazat held a rally in Chittagong in support of his demand. Hifazat also raised anti-Hindu slogans in the presence of the police.
Warning: Stop Movements or Nationwide Demonstrations Mufti Haroon Izhar, leader of the Chittagong branch of Hifazat-e-Islam, accused ISKCON of indulging in political activities besides religious ones. He demanded strict action from the President of the Interim Government of Bangladesh, Mohammad Yunus. He alleged that ISKCON was trying to impose a foreign cultural agenda in Bangladesh, which was becoming a threat to the society. Izhar said that their demand is the voice of the people and if ISKCON is not banned, the protests may intensify. We will hold demonstrations across the country. Their opposition is to protect the society from instability.
53 people have been arrested so far in the violence that broke out after the Facebook post In Chittagong, 53 people have been arrested so far in the violence that erupted after the Facebook post. 49 of them have been sent to judicial custody. According to the police, the mob tried to set fire to the shop of businessman Usman Ali and his brother. The police and army took steps to control the situation but the mob threw acid on them. 12 security personnel were injured in the violence.
ISKCON claims – We have nothing to do with Chittagong violence After the incident in Chittagong, ISKCON said that the organization had nothing to do with the Hazari Lane violence. ISKCON temple management committee member Gaurang Das Brahmachari said that some leaders of the organization had held discussions with Hifazat-e-Islam leaders regarding religious harmony. But ISKCON has no hand in this incident. Some elements on social media are trying to spoil the atmosphere.
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