Mass Lawyer protests in Bangladesh demand no legal aid for Chinmoy Das
by ShravyaLawyers and protesters gathered outside the court in Chittagong, chanting slogans and threatening to deny Chinmoy Das legal representation. Some lawyers reportedly warned that anyone appearing for him would face violence, sparking concerns about justice and the rule of law in the country.
This Incident took place outside the court in Chittagong city in Bangladesh on Dec 3.
The visuals depict a tense protest outside the courthouse, where lawyers and demonstrators oppose legal representation for Chinmoy Das, with some issuing threats of violence.
Chinmoy Das, a prominent ISKCON leader in Bangladesh, faces rising tensions following his arrest. Advocate Ramen Roy, who defended him, was brutally attacked, leaving him critically injured in the ICU. The incident has intensified protests within the Hindu and ISKCON communities, raising concerns about communal harmony and safety in the region.
Hindu groups across Bangladesh have condemned the government, led by Muhammad Yunus, accusing him of attacks on minorities while receiving international awards, including the Nobel Peace Prize. Critics argue that Yunus, who is known for his close ties to former U.S. Presidents Obama and Clinton, has played a pivotal role in the persecution of Hindu communities in the country.
The situation has sparked outrage, with many drawing comparisons between the treatment of Hindu leaders and the fair trial given to Ajmal Kasab, the Pakistani terrorist behind the 2008 Mumbai attacks, who was executed after a legal process. The disparity in treatment has fueled tensions, as many believe that while Kasab was given a fair trial, Hindu monks and leaders in Bangladesh are denied the same legal protections.
The accusations against Yunus have become a rallying cry for Hindu groups, who claim that despite his international recognition, he remains the mastermind behind the mass persecution of religious minorities. The ongoing unrest highlights the deepening divisions and the struggle for justice faced by Hindus in Bangladesh, with growing calls for accountability from both domestic and international communities.