AB News Desk, New Delhi: The continuing unrest in Bangladesh has become a major concern over the past few months. Following massive protests in July and August, the growing political and social instability in the region has raised concerns not only within Bangladesh but also in neighbouring countries. The recent detention of an ISKCON monk and the ongoing atrocities on minorities have made the situation even worse.

Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed her apprehensions about the conditions in Bangladesh and urged the central government to take action. She has suggested that if necessary, the United Nations should be appealed to deploy peacekeeping forces. Mamata Banerjee’s statements show that she wants the central government to take decisive action regarding the events taking place in Bangladesh. Her appeal underlines her commitment to peace and highlights her concerns for the safety of the affected region.

Mamata has also pressed the central government to ensure the welfare of Indian nationals in Bangladesh, especially fishermen who have inadvertently crossed the maritime border and are currently detained by Bangladeshi authorities. There have been several disturbing incidents in the last ten days, yet the silence of the central government has only added to these concerns.

While the Constitution of Bangladesh guarantees protection for minorities, it remains a bitter truth that atrocities against Hindus continue unabated. Reports of increasing violence against women and children, attacks on places of worship and destruction of property of minorities have become worryingly common and indicate a deepening crisis.

The interim government of Bangladesh has so far been ineffective in addressing the violence directed at minorities. Systematic persecution of Hindus and other minority groups in the region has been an ongoing issue even before Bangladesh was formed.