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Last Updated:February 23, 2026, 13:43 IST
The Hindu woman, who is physically handicapped, was allegedly abducted and gang-raped.
Violence against minorities has been on a rise in Bangladesh amid recent unrest. (File pic/Reuters)
Just a week after the Bangladesh elections and the formation of a new BNP government, an incident of violence has been reported from Chandpur.
A 25-year-old Hindu woman, who is physically handicapped, was allegedly abducted and gang-raped. The incident took place on Sunday night.
According to reports, the woman was abducted from a kirtan. She was later gang-raped by three men. The victim is currently undergoing treatment in hospital.
The woman has identified the accused. However, they have not yet been arrested.
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February 23, 2026, 13:31 IST
News world 25-Year-Old Hindu Woman Abducted, Gang-Raped In Bangladesh’s Chandpur
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