Two Hindu councillors were among the 100 people killed in violent clashes that erupted across Bangladesh on Sunday. The clashes also saw several homes and temples of Hindus, including ISKCON and Kali temples, being targeted, forcing devotees to seek shelter. According to local reports, Haradhan Roy, a member of the Parshuram Thana Awami League and councillor of Ward 4 in Rangpur City Corporation, was shot dead during the clashes. Another Hindu councillor from Rangpur, Kajal Roy, also lost his life in the protests.
The protests, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, erupted in various regions of Bangladesh on Sunday morning. Clashes between protesters and supporters of the ruling party resulted in at least 98 deaths, including 14 police officers, and injured hundreds. The clashes have brought the total number of people killed since protests began in early July to at least 300.
The intensity of the clashes has forced authorities to take drastic measures, including cutting off mobile internet services and imposing a nationwide curfew for an indefinite period. The Indian government, concerned about the volatile situation, has strongly advised its citizens against travelling to Bangladesh till further notice. Indian authorities in Bangladesh have urged citizens to remain alert and maintain contact with the High Commission of India in Dhaka.
