The diplomatic relationship between India and Bangladesh has hit a new low as New Delhi issued a strong condemnation over the “unremitting hostility” and continued violence against minority communities in the neighboring country. According to reports from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), over 2,900 incidents of violence against minorities have been recorded since the interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, took charge in August 2024.
The latest friction comes as India mourns the brutal lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh and another man, Amrit Mondal, in Rajbari. However, the crisis is not limited to one side of the border. In India, a growing sense of fear has gripped migrant workers after two laborers—one from Chhattisgarh in Kerala and another from West Bengal in Odisha—were killed by mobs who suspected them of being “Bangladeshi infiltrators.”
MEA Flags ‘Unremitting Hostility’ in Bangladesh
In a sharp statement released on December 26, 2025, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal expressed deep concern over the deteriorating safety of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. The Indian government has called for the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible for the recent killings.
The Killing of Dipu Chandra Das
The case that sparked widespread outrage occurred in Mymensingh district. Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old garment factory worker, was brutally beaten to death by a mob on December 18. Reports suggest that rumors of “blasphemy” were used to incite the crowd. In a horrific turn of events, his body was tied to a tree and set on fire.
While the Bangladesh Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) later stated that they found no evidence of blasphemy, the damage was done. Investigations revealed that a factory manager allegedly handed Dipu over to the mob instead of calling the police.
The Rajbari Incident
Days later, another Hindu man named Amrit Mondal (also known as Samrat) was lynched in Rajbari district. While local police claimed the incident was related to criminal activities and extortion rather than communal motives, the MEA has rejected such “false narratives,” insisting that the pattern of violence against minorities cannot be ignored.
Mirror Images of Violence: Mob Justice in India
While India demands justice for minorities abroad, a parallel crisis of mob vigilantism is unfolding at home. Suspicion regarding “illegal immigrants” has led to the deaths of two Indian citizens in separate incidents this month.
Kerala: The Palakkad Lynching
In Kerala’s Palakkad district, Ramnarayan Baghel, a 31-year-old worker from Chhattisgarh, was beaten to death on December 17. Baghel had arrived in Kerala just five days prior in search of construction work.
A mob attacked him on suspicion of theft, but video evidence from the scene showed attackers asking him, “Are you a Bangladeshi?” The Kerala government has since blamed “hate politics” for the incident, noting that the victim was targeted because of his appearance and inability to speak the local language fluently.
Odisha: The Sambalpur Attack
On December 24, a similar tragedy struck in Sambalpur, Odisha. Juel Sheikh, a 20-year-old construction worker from West Bengal’s Murshidabad, was killed after a group of men demanded to see his Aadhaar card to prove his nationality.
The labour contractor, Haque Saheb, stated that the attackers called the workers “Bangladeshis” before launching a fatal assault. Though police have arrested six suspects and suggested the fight started over a “bidi,” political leaders in West Bengal have slammed the “anti-Bengali” rhetoric that brands every Bengali-speaking migrant as a suspect.
Statistical Overview: A Region in Turmoil
The following table summarizes the key incidents reported in the last 15 days of December 2025:
| Mymensingh, Bangladesh | Dipu Chandra Das | Hindu / Factory Worker | Alleged Blasphemy (Refuted) |
| Rajbari, Bangladesh | Amrit Mondal | Hindu / Local Resident | Alleged Extortion / Mob Justice |
| Palakkad, Kerala (India) | Ramnarayan Baghel | Indian (Chhattisgarh) | Suspicion of being Bangladeshi |
| Sambalpur, Odisha (India) | Juel Sheikh | Indian (West Bengal) | Nationality Check / Aadhaar dispute |
Voices from the Ground
The human cost of these tensions is visible in the statements from grieving families and officials:
- Champa Das (Sister of Dipu Chandra): “My brother was educated and respected all religions. He was pushed to his death by people he worked with.”
- Randhir Jaiswal (MEA Spokesperson): “The unremitting hostility against minorities in Bangladesh is a matter of great concern. We expect perpetrators to be brought to justice.”
- Haque Saheb (Contractor in Odisha): “We have worked here for 13 years peacefully. Suddenly, they want Aadhaar cards and call us outsiders. My worker is dead for no reason.
- Samirul Islam, Chairman, WB Migrant Labour Welfare Board “This is happening non-stop. Illegal detentions and assaults in the name of Bangladeshi identification… BJP has blood on its hands in Odisha.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: How many attacks on minorities have been reported in Bangladesh recently?
According to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, approximately 2,900 incidents of violence against minorities have been documented since August 2024. These include physical assaults, vandalism of temples, and killings.
Q2: Who was Dipu Chandra Das?
Dipu Chandra Das was a 27-year-old Hindu garment worker in Mymensingh, Bangladesh. He was lynched by a mob in December 2025 over false allegations of blasphemy. His death has become a symbol of the lack of security for minorities in the country.
Q3: Why were Indian workers attacked in Kerala and Odisha?
In both cases, Indian citizens (one from Chhattisgarh and one from West Bengal) were attacked by mobs who suspected them of being illegal Bangladeshi immigrants. These attacks highlight a dangerous trend of vigilantism fueled by rumors and linguistic discrimination.
Q4: What is the official stand of the Bangladesh government?
The interim government led by Muhammad Yunus has condemned the killings and promised strict action. However, they have also dismissed some of India’s concerns as “misleading propaganda,” claiming the situation is better than in other parts of South Asia.
Q5: What should migrant workers do to stay safe?
Police in Kerala and Odisha have urged workers to keep their original identity documents (like Aadhaar cards) accessible and have requested local residents not to take the law into their own hands. If confronted, workers are advised to seek help from the nearest police station immediately.