Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: ‘No Law and Order’ Muhammad Yunus Accused of Backing Rampaging Mobs
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Bangladesh saw fresh unrest early Friday after the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, with protests breaking out across several areas. Demonstrations quickly turned violent, leading to clashes on the streets and attacks on media offices, pushing the country into a tense situation.
Bangladesh Violence Live
Bangladesh is witnessing this protest just before the 2-month general elections, which are scheduled for February 2026.
What is Happening in Bangladesh
After Hadi’s death, Bangladesh’s chief advisor Muhammad Yunnus promised that those responsible would be punished. He announced a one-day state mourning for the Inquilab Mancha spokesperson.
Bangladesh Hindu Population
As of the 2022 Bangladesh national census, there were about 13.1 million Hindus in Bangladesh, which makes roughly 7.95% of the country’s total population of around 165 million. Hindus are the second-largest religious group in Bangladesh after Muslims.
What is the Reason for the Bangladesh Violence
This current violence in Bangladesh is happening due to a mix of political, social, and diplomatic reasons, where the Killing of Sharif Osman Hadi being the main.
Who was Dipu Chandra Das?
Dipu Chandra Das was a Bangladeshi Hindu member whose killing drew attention during the recent unrest in the country. His death became a symbol of the security fears of minorities in Bangladesh during the ongoing crisis.
Who was Sharif Osman Hadi?
Sharif Osman Hadi was a Bangladeshi youth leader who became prominent during the 2024 student-led uprising. He was shot while campaigning for national elections, sparking widespread unrest across Bangladesh.
Where is Sharif Osman Hadi now?
Sharif Osman Hadi died from injuries sustained in a shooting. He is no longer alive and was being treated in a hospital in Singapore before his death.
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23:15 (IST) 19 Dec 2025
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Minority group condemns brutal killing of Hindu youth in Mymensingh
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, the country’s largest minority organization, on Friday condemned the murder of 22-year-old Dipu Chandra Das in Bhaluka, Mymensingh.
According to the group and ANI, Das, a garment worker, was beaten to death by a group of miscreants around 9 pm on December 18 over alleged blasphemy. His body was then hung from a tree and set on fire, an act the council said threatens communal harmony in the region.
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22:28 (IST) 19 Dec 2025
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Prothom Alo editor Sajjad Sharif calls vandalism an attack on press freedom
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Executive Editor of Bangladesh’s Prothom Alo, Sajjad Sharif, on Friday described the vandalisation and arson at the newspaper’s office as a direct attack on freedom of speech and media freedom. The media house was targeted by protesters amid heightened unrest in the country. Sharif said miscreants exploited public anger following the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, a key figure in last year’s uprising, to attack newspaper offices. He said journalists were forced to flee in fear, leaving the daily unable to publish its print edition and taking its online platform offline since Thursday night. Calling it the darkest...
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22:08 (IST) 19 Dec 2025
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Shashi Tharoor Flags Safety Concerns after Anti-India Protests Near Indian Missions
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday expressed concern over “anti-India” marches targeting the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh and protests near Assistant High Commissions across the country. He stressed that it is the host government’s responsibility to ensure the safety and security of Indian diplomatic facilities. Speaking to reporters, Tharoor said Indian authorities at the High Commission in Dhaka would reach out to the Bangladeshi government to urge steps to calm the situation. He underlined that protests affecting Indian missions were unacceptable and said both countries have a shared interest in protecting diplomatic facilities and maintaining stable...
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21:14 (IST) 19 Dec 2025
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: China Hopes for Safe, Stable Elections as Bangladesh Heads to Polls in 2026
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: China on Friday said it wants Bangladesh to witness safe, stable and smooth elections amid the ongoing unrest ahead of the general polls. Noting that Dhaka has announced parliamentary elections on February 12, 2026, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said Beijing believes all sections of Bangladeshi society will responsibly push political processes forward while maintaining national unity and stability. (PTI)
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21:05 (IST) 19 Dec 2025
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Osman Hadi to Be Buried Beside Kazi Nazrul Islam, Family Seeks Shahbagh Memorial
Bangladesh Violence Live Updates: Osman Hadi will be burried next to Bangladesh’s national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, marking a rare honour for the late political figure. His family has demanded the construction of a memorial at Shahbagh, the site where Hadi launched the movement that triggered Bangladesh’s 2024 regime change.
They said the location holds deep historical significance for the nation. The demand reflects growing calls to formally recognise Hadi’s role in reshaping Bangladesh’s political landscape. The family believes a Shahbagh memorial would preserve his legacy for future generations.
