In Bangladesh, a recent protest against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s quota system has taken a disturbing turn, targeting Hindu families.

The incident took place in Bangladesh on August 4.

Visuals showed how the houses are being burnt and the flames scaring the families to death. Screams of a woman loudly sobbing can also be heard in the background.

According to reports originally focused on opposing the government’s job reservation policies, the protests have escalated into acts of violence against the country’s Hindu minority.

The unrest began with Islamist groups voicing their opposition to what they perceive as an unfair advantage given to certain groups in public sector jobs. However, the situation has rapidly devolved, with reports of protesters attacking Hindu homes and businesses.

Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh’s Prime Minister, has been a polarizing figure, and her policies often ignite strong reactions. The current protests echo a broader issue within Bangladeshi society, where minority communities frequently face persecution.

This surge in violence reflects a troubling pattern where political and social grievances morph into religious intolerance, posing a significant threat to Bangladesh’s social fabric.

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