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[🇧🇩] ISKCON and its activities in Bangladesh
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No discussion held to ban ISKCON: Rizwana
Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan today said no discussion was held to ban International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Bangladesh
No discussion held to ban ISKCON: Rizwana
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Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan yesterday said no discussion was held to ban International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Bangladesh.
"No discussion was held in the government to ban ISKCON [in Bangladesh]. Many may raise demands. People may take programmes to press home their demands. We are not mixing the offences of organisations with the offences of individuals," she told a press briefing, responding to a question.
The press briefing was held at Foreign Service Academy in the capital last evening.
About the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, Rizwana said he was arrested on specific allegations and he is under trial now, she added.
Citing newspapers' reports, Rizwana said ISKCON has claimed that it has no relation with Chinmoy Krishna Das.
Speaking at the press briefing, adviser Mahfuj Alam said two cases have been filed in connection with the killing of a lawyer in Chattogram so far and more cases might follow.
Drives are going on to arrest those involved in the killing, he said.
Mahfuj said country's people together resisted the ill efforts of creating communal violence in the country.
In this context, he said, a delegation of BNP met Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus yesterday and a delegation of Jamaat-e-Islami called on him today.
He said both the parties stressed for national unity to maintain the country's sovereignty and resist the attempts of communal violence.
About the attacks on mazars, the adviser said the government is monitoring the situation and measures taken in this regard will be visible within a day or two.
He hoped that the ongoing situation will come back to normalcy with the help of all stakeholders concerned.
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam also present at the press briefing.
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Environment Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan yesterday said no discussion was held to ban International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in Bangladesh.
"No discussion was held in the government to ban ISKCON [in Bangladesh]. Many may raise demands. People may take programmes to press home their demands. We are not mixing the offences of organisations with the offences of individuals," she told a press briefing, responding to a question.
The press briefing was held at Foreign Service Academy in the capital last evening.
About the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, Rizwana said he was arrested on specific allegations and he is under trial now, she added.
Citing newspapers' reports, Rizwana said ISKCON has claimed that it has no relation with Chinmoy Krishna Das.
Speaking at the press briefing, adviser Mahfuj Alam said two cases have been filed in connection with the killing of a lawyer in Chattogram so far and more cases might follow.
Drives are going on to arrest those involved in the killing, he said.
Mahfuj said country's people together resisted the ill efforts of creating communal violence in the country.
In this context, he said, a delegation of BNP met Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus yesterday and a delegation of Jamaat-e-Islami called on him today.
He said both the parties stressed for national unity to maintain the country's sovereignty and resist the attempts of communal violence.
About the attacks on mazars, the adviser said the government is monitoring the situation and measures taken in this regard will be visible within a day or two.
He hoped that the ongoing situation will come back to normalcy with the help of all stakeholders concerned.
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam also present at the press briefing.
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A grievous tragedy at Chattogram court
Govt must thoroughly investigate the clashes, hold to account those responsible
A grievous tragedy at Chattogram court
Govt must thoroughly investigate the clashes, hold to account those responsible
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We are disturbed by the clashes that erupted on the Chattogram court premises on Tuesday, culminating in the brutal murder of Assistant Public Prosecutor Saiful Islam. Given the timing of these incidents—amid heightened tensions over recent attacks on media houses and violent disruptions by college students—it is not unreasonable to think that a sinister force is pulling the strings to destabilise the country through orchestrated chaos, making it all the more important that we remain careful and act responsibly at all times.
On Tuesday, violence broke out outside the Chattogram Court Building when Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a controversial former ISKCON leader facing sedition charges for allegedly disrespecting the national flag, was denied bail. Reportedly, his followers confronted security officers and lawyers as he was about to be sent to jail, halting the prison van. Despite efforts to clear them, the protests persisted, and by late afternoon, law enforcement used stun grenades and batons to disperse the crowd. The situation quickly escalated into violent confrontations, leading to at least 37 individuals being injured, including 10 police officers. During the chaos, Saiful was fatally struck by lethal weapons. Several cars, motorcycles, and a lawyer's chamber were also vandalised.
It goes without saying that these developments have profound communal implications if left unaddressed. For a country that prides itself on a hard-won interfaith harmony, despite occasional provocations, these incidents represent a troubling rise in tensions that cannot be attributed solely to the fallen regime. Other vested interest groups maybe at play, as evidenced by reports about sections of the Indian media circulating false and inflammatory narratives—such as the erroneous claim that the slain advocate was Chinmoy's lawyer. Such misinformation, coupled with exaggerated claims about police handling of Hindu supporters, is clearly designed to deepen divisions. While it is reassuring that the public has largely resisted falling into communal traps so far, the need to be circumspect has never been more urgent.
The authorities' response to the crisis has been measured so far. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus condemned Saiful's murder and promised a thorough investigation, urging calm and nonviolence. Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan earlier clarified that Chinmoy's arrest was based on allegations of sedition, not his religious identity. Such messaging is essential in countering misinformation. Six suspects linked to the killing of Saiful have been arrested based on video footage, while 21 others were detained for vandalism and assaulting police officers during the unrest. Notably, Reuters reported that among those arrested were six members of Awami League, who police said were found in possession of improvised explosives.
As investigations continue, it is crucial to separate fact from fiction. Baseless allegations and communal scapegoating will only serve to exacerbate tensions. The interim government, along with political and religious leaders, must demonstrate their commitment to peace, reconciliation, and rule of law, ensuring that those responsible for Tuesday's violence, including provocateurs, are held accountable. Only through collective resolve and vigilance can we prevent divisive forces from derailing post-uprising Bangladesh.
Govt must thoroughly investigate the clashes, hold to account those responsible
VISUAL: STAR
We are disturbed by the clashes that erupted on the Chattogram court premises on Tuesday, culminating in the brutal murder of Assistant Public Prosecutor Saiful Islam. Given the timing of these incidents—amid heightened tensions over recent attacks on media houses and violent disruptions by college students—it is not unreasonable to think that a sinister force is pulling the strings to destabilise the country through orchestrated chaos, making it all the more important that we remain careful and act responsibly at all times.
On Tuesday, violence broke out outside the Chattogram Court Building when Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a controversial former ISKCON leader facing sedition charges for allegedly disrespecting the national flag, was denied bail. Reportedly, his followers confronted security officers and lawyers as he was about to be sent to jail, halting the prison van. Despite efforts to clear them, the protests persisted, and by late afternoon, law enforcement used stun grenades and batons to disperse the crowd. The situation quickly escalated into violent confrontations, leading to at least 37 individuals being injured, including 10 police officers. During the chaos, Saiful was fatally struck by lethal weapons. Several cars, motorcycles, and a lawyer's chamber were also vandalised.
It goes without saying that these developments have profound communal implications if left unaddressed. For a country that prides itself on a hard-won interfaith harmony, despite occasional provocations, these incidents represent a troubling rise in tensions that cannot be attributed solely to the fallen regime. Other vested interest groups maybe at play, as evidenced by reports about sections of the Indian media circulating false and inflammatory narratives—such as the erroneous claim that the slain advocate was Chinmoy's lawyer. Such misinformation, coupled with exaggerated claims about police handling of Hindu supporters, is clearly designed to deepen divisions. While it is reassuring that the public has largely resisted falling into communal traps so far, the need to be circumspect has never been more urgent.
The authorities' response to the crisis has been measured so far. Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus condemned Saiful's murder and promised a thorough investigation, urging calm and nonviolence. Local Government Adviser Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan earlier clarified that Chinmoy's arrest was based on allegations of sedition, not his religious identity. Such messaging is essential in countering misinformation. Six suspects linked to the killing of Saiful have been arrested based on video footage, while 21 others were detained for vandalism and assaulting police officers during the unrest. Notably, Reuters reported that among those arrested were six members of Awami League, who police said were found in possession of improvised explosives.
As investigations continue, it is crucial to separate fact from fiction. Baseless allegations and communal scapegoating will only serve to exacerbate tensions. The interim government, along with political and religious leaders, must demonstrate their commitment to peace, reconciliation, and rule of law, ensuring that those responsible for Tuesday's violence, including provocateurs, are held accountable. Only through collective resolve and vigilance can we prevent divisive forces from derailing post-uprising Bangladesh.
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Ban ISKCON, give it no quarter
Demanding an immediate ban on the ISKCON, leaders of the Anti-discrimination Students’ Movement yesterday warned they would not allow the religious platform to implement “Delhi’s agenda in Bangladesh”.
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Ban ISKCON, give it no quarter
Student coordinators urge government
Demanding an immediate ban on the ISKCON, leaders of the Anti-discrimination Students' Movement yesterday warned they would not allow the religious platform to implement "Delhi's agenda in Bangladesh".
They also said a conspiracy is being hatched to destabilise the country, but the "minority theory" will not be allowed to divide the country.
The student leaders made the remarls at two separate events in Chattogram and Dhaka.
"ISKCON is acting as an agent of Awami League and attempting to destabilise the country. This extremist group is behind the brutal killing of Saiful Islam," Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the Anti-discrimination Students' Movement, said at a rally held at the Tiger Pass intersection in Chattogram.
He said Bangladesh is a land of coexistence, and extremists of any kind have no place here.
"We'll work to protect everyone's rights. However, no room will be given if anyone tries to operate an extremist organisation under the guise of religion. My brother Saiful was brutally murdered. ISKCON must be banned as a terrorist organisation."
The rally also sought justice for the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif, urging the authorities to apprehend the killers within 24 hours.
Speaking at the event, Sarjis Alam, a member of Jatiya Nagorik Committee and general secretary of July Martyrs Memorial Foundation, said, "General Sanatanis in the country are peace-loving, but the agents of the dictator Hasina are trying to create an unstable situation by inciting ISKCON. However, we won't let that happen as long as we are alive."
Earlier in the day, the student leaders attended the second namaz-e-janaza for Saiful Islam at Jamiatul Falah Mosque in the port city's Wasa intersection.
In the capital, speaking at a rally in the Central Shahid Minar, Abdul Hannan Masud, chief organiser of the students' platform, alleged ISKCON is working to implement Delhi's agenda in Bangladesh at the instructions of the Awami League President Sheikh Hasina.
"But their plan to pit Hindus and Muslims against each other in this country will never succeed."
He said no conspiracy will be silently tolerated anymore.
"Collaborators of the Awami League are still lurking in many places, trying to destablise the country in various ways. We have decided that wherever they are found, they will be beaten by the public and handed over to the police."
Umama Fatema, spokesperson for the platform, said that after August 5, Sheikh Hasina's last trump card was an attack on minorities.
"She wanted to portray that an Islamic revolution was taking place in Bangladesh, that Muslims were endangering Hindus, and that Hindus were unsafe in the country. The entire plot was orchestrated by India."
She alleged that since August 5 the Indian media has been aggressively pushing the minority issue in Bangladesh.
Criticising the interim government for its failure to address the propaganda allegedly spread by India, Umama said, "I believe it was the responsibility of the government to inform the world that India is running a propaganda against Bangladesh through its media…. However, we observed that the government was lenient towards India."
She also said that Bangladesh's peaceful domestic politics is perceived as a threat to India's pro-Hindu agenda.
"We must remain vigilant in our politics to ensure that neither India nor the Awami League can politicise the minority issue."
Central Coordinator Mahin Sarkar reiterated, "ISKCON is a militant organisation. We demand it be banned…. However, we must not fall into any traps laid by the Awami League. Everyone must remain calm and patient."
Student coordinators urge government
Demanding an immediate ban on the ISKCON, leaders of the Anti-discrimination Students' Movement yesterday warned they would not allow the religious platform to implement "Delhi's agenda in Bangladesh".
They also said a conspiracy is being hatched to destabilise the country, but the "minority theory" will not be allowed to divide the country.
The student leaders made the remarls at two separate events in Chattogram and Dhaka.
"ISKCON is acting as an agent of Awami League and attempting to destabilise the country. This extremist group is behind the brutal killing of Saiful Islam," Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the Anti-discrimination Students' Movement, said at a rally held at the Tiger Pass intersection in Chattogram.
He said Bangladesh is a land of coexistence, and extremists of any kind have no place here.
"We'll work to protect everyone's rights. However, no room will be given if anyone tries to operate an extremist organisation under the guise of religion. My brother Saiful was brutally murdered. ISKCON must be banned as a terrorist organisation."
The rally also sought justice for the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif, urging the authorities to apprehend the killers within 24 hours.
Speaking at the event, Sarjis Alam, a member of Jatiya Nagorik Committee and general secretary of July Martyrs Memorial Foundation, said, "General Sanatanis in the country are peace-loving, but the agents of the dictator Hasina are trying to create an unstable situation by inciting ISKCON. However, we won't let that happen as long as we are alive."
Earlier in the day, the student leaders attended the second namaz-e-janaza for Saiful Islam at Jamiatul Falah Mosque in the port city's Wasa intersection.
In the capital, speaking at a rally in the Central Shahid Minar, Abdul Hannan Masud, chief organiser of the students' platform, alleged ISKCON is working to implement Delhi's agenda in Bangladesh at the instructions of the Awami League President Sheikh Hasina.
"But their plan to pit Hindus and Muslims against each other in this country will never succeed."
He said no conspiracy will be silently tolerated anymore.
"Collaborators of the Awami League are still lurking in many places, trying to destablise the country in various ways. We have decided that wherever they are found, they will be beaten by the public and handed over to the police."
Umama Fatema, spokesperson for the platform, said that after August 5, Sheikh Hasina's last trump card was an attack on minorities.
"She wanted to portray that an Islamic revolution was taking place in Bangladesh, that Muslims were endangering Hindus, and that Hindus were unsafe in the country. The entire plot was orchestrated by India."
She alleged that since August 5 the Indian media has been aggressively pushing the minority issue in Bangladesh.
Criticising the interim government for its failure to address the propaganda allegedly spread by India, Umama said, "I believe it was the responsibility of the government to inform the world that India is running a propaganda against Bangladesh through its media…. However, we observed that the government was lenient towards India."
She also said that Bangladesh's peaceful domestic politics is perceived as a threat to India's pro-Hindu agenda.
"We must remain vigilant in our politics to ensure that neither India nor the Awami League can politicise the minority issue."
Central Coordinator Mahin Sarkar reiterated, "ISKCON is a militant organisation. We demand it be banned…. However, we must not fall into any traps laid by the Awami League. Everyone must remain calm and patient."
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14 identified, 8 detained after lawyer's death in clash over sending Chinmoy to jail
Analysing video footage, the police have detained eight individuals among 14 people identified so far over the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif on a Chattogram court premises on Tuesday.
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14 identified, 8 detained after lawyer's death in clash over sending Chinmoy to jail
Staff Correspondent . Chattagram 29 November, 2024, 00:26
IIUC-DC Alumni Association forms a human chain, protesting at the killing of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif, in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka on Thursday. | Focus Bangla photo
Analysing video footage, the police have detained eight individuals among 14 people identified so far over the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif on a Chattogram court premises on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, 27 other individuals were sent to jail over obstructing the on-duty police and vandalising public properties on the court premises during the clashes with the members of law enforcement agencies over the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, leader of an organisation of the Hindus.
Confirming the matter, Chattogram Metropolitan Police deputy commissioner for crime Roish Uddin on Thursday said that they had detained and arrested 35 people so far in connection with the attacks on law enforcers and subsequent clashes amid protests in different areas.
‘The family is yet to file the murder case but filing of a case was underway,’ he added.
The identities of the 14 identified in the killing are Rajib Bhattacharya, Rumit Das, Sumit Das, Gagan Das, Nayan Das, Vishal Das, Aman Das, Manu Methor, Bikash Das, Arjun Das, Bikash Das, Shuvo Kanti Das, Krishna Das, and Bunja Methor, according to CMP additional deputy commissioner for media Kazi Md Tarek Aziz.
Following the incident, BGC Trust University authorities have temporarily expelled its fourth-semester law student Shuvo Kanti Das.
‘On Tuesday night, 30 individuals were detained during a raid in connection with the attack on the police. After verification, three were released, while the rest were sent to jail through the court,’ said DC crime Roish, adding that eight new suspects were detained after conducting raids from Wednesday night to Thursday morning.
The Chattogram District Bar Association, meanwhile, observed a strike for the second consecutive day on Thursday, demanding justice for the slain lawyer.
About 1:00pm Thursday, a lawyers’ procession marched through the court premises, demanding a ban on International Society for Krishna Consciousness, widely known as ISKCON, for its alleged involvement in Alif’s killing.
The lawyers also chanted slogans accusing the organisation of extremism.
At a press conference on Thursday in Dhaka city, the ISKCON claimed that the organisation was not involved in the protests staged for the release of its former leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and said that it was not liable for his offences.
The spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, a platform of the Hindu community, Chinmoy, also a former ISKCON leader, was arrested from the capital’s Hazarat Shahjalal International Airport area on Monday afternoon and was sent to Chattogram jail on Tuesday in a sedition case filed by a Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader in Chattogram, Firoz Khan, with the Kotowali police on October 30.
‘The video and photos that went viral on social media show that a group of youths hacked the lawyer with locally-made sharp weapons,’ CMP ADC Tarek said, adding that the arrests were made based on these materials.
Jahangirnagar Cultural Alliance, a platform of some 15 cultural organisations of Jahangirnagar University, on Thursday demanded justice for Alif’s killing, the New Age university correspondent reported.
The leaders and activists of the alliance staged a human chain on the road adjacent to the university’s Central Shaheed Minar to press home their demand.
The speakers at the human chain also protested communal violence following the provocation of vested quarters across Bangladesh.
In Shariatpur district town on Thursday, different Islamist parties brought out a procession protesting at the killing, New Age correspondent in Shariatpur reported.
Staff Correspondent . Chattagram 29 November, 2024, 00:26
IIUC-DC Alumni Association forms a human chain, protesting at the killing of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif, in front of the National Press Club in Dhaka on Thursday. | Focus Bangla photo
Analysing video footage, the police have detained eight individuals among 14 people identified so far over the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif on a Chattogram court premises on Tuesday.
On Wednesday, 27 other individuals were sent to jail over obstructing the on-duty police and vandalising public properties on the court premises during the clashes with the members of law enforcement agencies over the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, leader of an organisation of the Hindus.
Confirming the matter, Chattogram Metropolitan Police deputy commissioner for crime Roish Uddin on Thursday said that they had detained and arrested 35 people so far in connection with the attacks on law enforcers and subsequent clashes amid protests in different areas.
‘The family is yet to file the murder case but filing of a case was underway,’ he added.
The identities of the 14 identified in the killing are Rajib Bhattacharya, Rumit Das, Sumit Das, Gagan Das, Nayan Das, Vishal Das, Aman Das, Manu Methor, Bikash Das, Arjun Das, Bikash Das, Shuvo Kanti Das, Krishna Das, and Bunja Methor, according to CMP additional deputy commissioner for media Kazi Md Tarek Aziz.
Following the incident, BGC Trust University authorities have temporarily expelled its fourth-semester law student Shuvo Kanti Das.
‘On Tuesday night, 30 individuals were detained during a raid in connection with the attack on the police. After verification, three were released, while the rest were sent to jail through the court,’ said DC crime Roish, adding that eight new suspects were detained after conducting raids from Wednesday night to Thursday morning.
The Chattogram District Bar Association, meanwhile, observed a strike for the second consecutive day on Thursday, demanding justice for the slain lawyer.
About 1:00pm Thursday, a lawyers’ procession marched through the court premises, demanding a ban on International Society for Krishna Consciousness, widely known as ISKCON, for its alleged involvement in Alif’s killing.
The lawyers also chanted slogans accusing the organisation of extremism.
At a press conference on Thursday in Dhaka city, the ISKCON claimed that the organisation was not involved in the protests staged for the release of its former leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and said that it was not liable for his offences.
The spokesperson of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, a platform of the Hindu community, Chinmoy, also a former ISKCON leader, was arrested from the capital’s Hazarat Shahjalal International Airport area on Monday afternoon and was sent to Chattogram jail on Tuesday in a sedition case filed by a Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader in Chattogram, Firoz Khan, with the Kotowali police on October 30.
‘The video and photos that went viral on social media show that a group of youths hacked the lawyer with locally-made sharp weapons,’ CMP ADC Tarek said, adding that the arrests were made based on these materials.
Jahangirnagar Cultural Alliance, a platform of some 15 cultural organisations of Jahangirnagar University, on Thursday demanded justice for Alif’s killing, the New Age university correspondent reported.
The leaders and activists of the alliance staged a human chain on the road adjacent to the university’s Central Shaheed Minar to press home their demand.
The speakers at the human chain also protested communal violence following the provocation of vested quarters across Bangladesh.
In Shariatpur district town on Thursday, different Islamist parties brought out a procession protesting at the killing, New Age correspondent in Shariatpur reported.
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ISKCON says Chinmoy no longer with them, not involved in protest
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, known as ISKCON, on Thursday claimed that the organisation was not involved in the protest staged for the release of its former leader...
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ISKCON says Chinmoy no longer with them, not involved in protest
Staff Correspondent 28 November, 2024, 18:33
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, known as ISKCON, on Thursday claimed that the organisation was not involved in the protest staged for the release of its former leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and said that it was not liable for his offences.
At a press conference on Thursday at Swamibag Temple in the Old Town of the capital, the ISKCON Bangladesh general secretary Charu Chandra Das Brahmachari said that they had expelled Chinmoy Krishna Das and two others the organisation several months ago as their activities went against the organisation’s constitution.
‘We demanded that the government, people and journalists find out the fact behind spreading falsehood over ISKCON,’ said Charu Chandra Das, hours after the High Court dismissed a petition demanding a ban on ISKCON in Bangladesh.
Amid the countrywide protest by students, people and political parties demanding a ban on ISKCON for the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif in Chattogram, he also claimed that the organisation was not linked to the murder.
He also urged the government for ensure trial into the lawyer killing.
Responding to a question, ISKCON Bangladesh executive committee and children protection group member Gauranga Das said that several children alleged against Chinmoy over misconduct and unethical behaviour and a letter was served to Chinmoy for the matter.
He said that Chinmoy was asked to refrain from organizational work for three months. But he neither followed the call nor paid any heed to organisation’s directives.
‘This is why he was expelled permanently from ISKCON Bangladesh in July,’ he added.
ISKCON Bangladesh is promoting unity and harmony, the ISKCON leader Charu said, adding that it had never been involved in communal or conflict-driven activities.
He said that they were scheduled to hold a meeting with the land adviser Hasan Arif on Sunday.
On Tuesday, assistant public prosecutor Saiful Islam Alif was killed and 25 others injured during a clash between members of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, a platform of the Hindu community, and law enforcement agencies on a Chattogram court premises over sending Chinmoy to jail in a sedition case.
Staff Correspondent 28 November, 2024, 18:33
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness, known as ISKCON, on Thursday claimed that the organisation was not involved in the protest staged for the release of its former leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and said that it was not liable for his offences.
At a press conference on Thursday at Swamibag Temple in the Old Town of the capital, the ISKCON Bangladesh general secretary Charu Chandra Das Brahmachari said that they had expelled Chinmoy Krishna Das and two others the organisation several months ago as their activities went against the organisation’s constitution.
‘We demanded that the government, people and journalists find out the fact behind spreading falsehood over ISKCON,’ said Charu Chandra Das, hours after the High Court dismissed a petition demanding a ban on ISKCON in Bangladesh.
Amid the countrywide protest by students, people and political parties demanding a ban on ISKCON for the murder of lawyer Saiful Islam Alif in Chattogram, he also claimed that the organisation was not linked to the murder.
He also urged the government for ensure trial into the lawyer killing.
Responding to a question, ISKCON Bangladesh executive committee and children protection group member Gauranga Das said that several children alleged against Chinmoy over misconduct and unethical behaviour and a letter was served to Chinmoy for the matter.
He said that Chinmoy was asked to refrain from organizational work for three months. But he neither followed the call nor paid any heed to organisation’s directives.
‘This is why he was expelled permanently from ISKCON Bangladesh in July,’ he added.
ISKCON Bangladesh is promoting unity and harmony, the ISKCON leader Charu said, adding that it had never been involved in communal or conflict-driven activities.
He said that they were scheduled to hold a meeting with the land adviser Hasan Arif on Sunday.
On Tuesday, assistant public prosecutor Saiful Islam Alif was killed and 25 others injured during a clash between members of Bangladesh Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, a platform of the Hindu community, and law enforcement agencies on a Chattogram court premises over sending Chinmoy to jail in a sedition case.
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TLDR: To save the organization, ISKCON Bangladesh leaders are now distancing themselves from militant ISKCON leader Chinmoy Krishna Das and have fired him from ISKCON leadership position. However - WB BJP leader Shuvendu, ISKCON India leadership and exiled former Bangladesh PM Hasina have all urged Delhi BJP leaders to speak with Bangladesh advisers, so the evidence is clear who is trying to destabilize Bangladesh using minority Hindu card - ISKCON leadership for sure cannot escape culpability. It increasingly looks like ISKCON activity will be banned in Bangladesh for certain.
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As I'd tried to explain earlier, ISKCON is a westy gora operation.
The Modi admin here will, at best, leverage what they can with the goras and hurt BD if things go full loco.
You guys should try rein in the enraged rampaging jamaati lot before things go from already quite bad to much much worse.
Me personally, I'm just enzoying all the fitna there.. idgaf about Banglu dharmis lol
do as you see fit, it is your country after all, even if it was India who handed it to you to begin with.
Trump is another factor to consider, we saw that tweet not too long ago, India been lobbying hard.
The Modi admin here will, at best, leverage what they can with the goras and hurt BD if things go full loco.
You guys should try rein in the enraged rampaging jamaati lot before things go from already quite bad to much much worse.
Me personally, I'm just enzoying all the fitna there.. idgaf about Banglu dharmis lol
do as you see fit, it is your country after all, even if it was India who handed it to you to begin with.
Trump is another factor to consider, we saw that tweet not too long ago, India been lobbying hard.
