Kolkata: A Bangladeshi refugee shared the distressing account of Hindu families fleeing persecution in their homeland and seeking sanctuary in West Bengal. Around 25 Hindu families, comprising roughly 100 individuals, were compelled to escape Bangladesh due to ongoing atrocities such as murders, rapes, temple desecrations, and land seizures.
The plight of the minority Hindu community worsens during election periods, with Islamic extremist groups targeting them unabatedly. The recent federal elections in Bangladesh, held on January 7, exacerbated tensions, prompting Hindus to flee their homes to evade threats and violence.
Reports have documented widespread communal violence across several regions in Bangladesh, particularly targeting Hindus who supported candidates other than those from the Awami League. This persecution forced over 25 Hindu families from Ujirpur to seek refuge in India, fearing for their lives.
Avinash Kumar Mandal, one of the refugees, recounted his journey to safety, highlighting the arrest warrant issued against him by local authorities. He embarked on a perilous journey through Gopalganj to Jessore, eventually crossing into West Bengal's Chakdah district.
Despite being aware of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) in India, which promises citizenship to persecuted minorities from neighboring countries, Avinash and other refugees remain uncertain about their status. Their decision to flee Bangladesh was not impulsive but a desperate attempt to secure their family's safety amidst escalating persecution.
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