Spiritual guru and founder of the ISHA Foundation, Sadhguru, has expressed deep concern over the violence against minorities in Bangladesh. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, he urged for an “immediate halt to despicable atrocities” and emphasized the importance of documenting these acts in detail.
Sadhguru highlighted the interconnectedness of cultures and civilizations, stating that “the national borders that were drawn in recent times are not absolute.” He appealed to India, calling for it to be guided by “broader realities of a civilization that is older than 75 years” rather than solely by border logic.
His statement comes amid reports of attacks on minorities, particularly Hindus, in Bangladesh. Earlier, Sadhguru had called on the Indian government to take immediate action for the safety of these communities, citing local media reports of mob attacks on Hindu homes and businesses across 27 districts.
Meanwhile, in response to the escalating situation, Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, has taken steps to address the crisis. A hotline has been established to receive information about attacks on Hindu temples, churches, and other religious institutions. Yunus, who took charge as Chief Advisor on Thursday, has met with distressed members of the Hindu community, assuring them that his government will hold those responsible for the attacks accountable. He also visited the Dhakeshwari National Temple, urging people to exercise patience before judging his government’s response.
Further complicating the situation, a court in Bangladesh has opened a murder investigation into ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and six top figures in her administration. The investigation stems from the police killing of a man during civil unrest last month. Hasina, who fled to India a week ago, remains there as protests continue in Dhaka following the end of her tenure. The unrest leading up to her ouster resulted in over 450 deaths.
These developments underscore the precarious situation in Bangladesh, where the interim government faces the daunting task of restoring peace and order while addressing the grievances of minority communities and investigating allegations of human rights violations. International organizations and global leaders are closely watching the situation, hoping for a swift resolution and a return to stability in the country.
