Krishna Das Prabhu aka Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari was arrested after he reportedly conducted rallies to condemn atrocities against fellow devotees in Bangladesh. A court in Bangladesh Today (Nov 26) ordered to send to jail Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a leader of the Hindu group Sammilita Sanatani Jote, after turning down his bail appeal.
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Dhaka: A Bangladesh court on Tuesday denied bail to Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent leader of the Hindu organization Sammilita Sanatani Jote, and ordered his imprisonment. This decision has sparked protests among his followers and raised concerns from India about the treatment of Hindu minorities in Bangladesh.
“The court of Chattogram Sixth Metropolitan Magistrate Kazi Shariful Islam issued the order around 11:45 am on Tuesday,”
-according to media reports.
Followers of the Hindu leader voiced their dissent by chanting slogans in the court premises after the bail was refused. The news portal highlighted the unrest among his supporters following the court’s ruling.
Arrest at Dhaka Airport
Bangladesh police apprehended Chinmoy Krishna Das on Monday near Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. The arrest, however, was made without disclosing specific charges.
“Das was detained in line with a request from (regular police),”
-said Rezaul Karim, a spokesman for the Police’s Detective Branch.
Reports suggest that Das was on his way to Chattogram by air when he was intercepted.
“Das was supposed to go to Chattogram by air from Dhaka,”
-confirmed Gaurang Das Brahmachari, a key organizer of the Sanatani Jagran Jote, as cited by Media.
The legal troubles for Chinmoy Krishna Das stem from an earlier case filed on October 30. This case accused 19 individuals, including Das, of disrespecting Bangladesh’s national flag during a Hindu community rally in the New Market area of Chattogram.
India’s Sharp Response to the Arrest
The Indian government has expressed serious concerns over the arrest of the Hindu leader. In a statement issued earlier today, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed the incident as “unfortunate” and criticized the handling of the situation by Bangladeshi authorities.
“We have noted with deep concern the arrest and denial of bail to Shri Chinmoy Krishna Das, who is also the spokesperson of the Bangladesh Sammilit Sanatan Jagran Jote. This incident follows the multiple attacks on Hindus and other minorities by extremist elements in Bangladesh. There are several documented cases of arson and looting of minorities’ homes and business establishments, as well as theft and vandalism and desecration of deities and temples,”
-the MEA said in a statement.
The Indian government emphasized the irony of prosecuting a religious leader advocating for minority rights while the perpetrators of violence against Hindus remain unpunished.
“It is unfortunate that while the perpetrators of these incidents remain at large, charges should be pressed against a religious leader presenting legitimate demands through peaceful gatherings. We also note with concern the attacks on minorities protesting peacefully against the arrest of Shri Das,”
-added the MEA statement.
The statement also urged Bangladesh to safeguard the rights of its Hindu and other minority communities.
“We urge Bangladesh authorities to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities, including their right of freedom of peaceful assembly and expression,”
-concluded the Ministry of External Affairs.
Growing Concerns Over Minority Rights in Bangladesh
This case comes amid heightened tensions over the safety and rights of religious minorities in Bangladesh. Activists and international observers have frequently documented incidents of violence, vandalism, and intimidation targeting Hindu communities in the country.
The arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das has further spotlighted these issues, drawing international attention to the challenges faced by minorities in Bangladesh.
As protests continue and diplomatic channels engage, the incident underscores the need for both justice and equitable treatment of all communities in the region.
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