Another Hindu Youth Beaten, Poisoned By Local Muslim As Bangladesh Sees Surge In Violence

Last Updated:January 10, 2026, 12:54 IST

This is another such incident, as the minorities in Bangladesh continue to witness a surge in violence ahead of the 13th Parliamentary elections in the country.

Bangladesh is under scrutiny for increasing violence against Hindu minorities. (Reuters/File)

Just within a span of 20 days, another Hindu youth was killed on Thursday in the Bhangadohor village of the Sunamganj district. The man, identified as Joy Mahapatro, was allegedly beaten and later poisoned by a local Muslim, named Amirul Islam, according to the family.

This is another such incident, as the minorities in Bangladesh continue to witness a surge in violence ahead of the 13th Parliamentary elections in the country. According to data released by the Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, at least 51 such incidents of violence were reported in December.

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