'Deep sense of insecurity': Sheikh Hasina flags minority safety in Bangladesh

Ousted Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina on Thursday expressed “deep concern” over a growing sense of insecurity among religious and ethnic minorities in the country, alleging continued attacks on minority communities, temples and homes since her ouster in August 2024.In her message on Sharadiya Durgotsav, Hasina, who is also the president of the Awami League, said this year's Durga Puja celebrations were taking place amid concerns over the safety of Hindus and other minority communities.She cited reports of killings, vandalism of idols, attacks on temples and homes, property seizures, extortion, violence against women and intimidation."But it is with deep sorrow and pain that I must say that this year's Durgotsav has come at a time when a deep sense of insecurity prevails among the religious and ethnic minorities of Bangladesh, including the followers of the Sanatan faith," Hasina said, according to news agency ANI."Since 5 August 2024, one incident after…