Published 13:19 IST, August 6th 2024

Video: ISKCON Temple in Khulna Torched, Deity Idols Destroyed Amid Bangladesh Unrest

An ISKCON temple in Meherpur, located in the Khulna division of Bangladesh, is completely destroyed in fire.

Reported by: Rishi Shukla
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Dhaka: An ISKCON temple in Meherpur, located in Khulna division of Banglesh, was completely destroyed in a fire on Monday. devastating incident resulted in loss of irreplaceable holy deities of Lord Jagannath, Balev, and Subhra Devi.

arson attack comes amidst a surge of unrest in country, raising serious concerns about safety and security of religious minorities. entire temple complex, including sacred idols, has been reduced to ashes, leaving Hindu community in shock and disbelief.

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attack has triggered widespre condemnation from religious leers, human rights activists, and political figures both within Banglesh and internationally. 

Kajol Debnath, leer of Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, told news agency PTI that at least four Hindu temples were targeted on Monday and suffered minor damages.

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ISCKON community is deeply sdened and outraged by desecration of ir holy place of worship. 

Banglesh ISKCON Temple Fire Video

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West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on Monday asserted that India's border with Banglesh was secure amid turmoil in neighbouring country, and urged people to not pay attention to any rumours.

government has called an all-party meeting on Tuesday on Banglesh issue. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is expected to brief various party leers on developments in neighbouring country.

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Banglesh's army chief, General Waqar-Uz-Zaman, announced that an interim government would be formed and called on protesters to cease violence.

 

11:14 IST, August 6th 2024