Veteran actress Jaya Prada has expressed serious concern over the recent incidents of violence in Bangladesh.
Reacting to the murder of Deepu Chandra Das and the reported attacks on temples and women, she described the situation as an embarrassment to humanity. On Friday, Jaya took to Instagram to share a video condemning the violence. The actress voiced her anguish over what she sees as escalating atrocities against Hindus and encouraged people to break their silence and speak out against these acts.
In the video, Jaya stated, “Today, I am very sad to think about how a human being can be subjected to so much cruelty. This is not just normal violence; it is an attack on humanity. Our temples are being destroyed, and the dignity of our sisters is being violated. How long will we remain silent? Are we going to stay quiet in the name of secularism? This violence must stop, and we all need to raise our voices. We should help all Hindus suffering in Bangladesh.”
Along with her video, she wrote in the caption, “The murder of Deepu Chandra Das has embarrassed the whole humanity. The atrocity happening on Hindus in Bangladesh is now out of tolerance.”
For those unaware, Deepu Chandra Das, a 25-year-old Hindu factory worker, was killed by a mob in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, on December 25 following allegations of blasphemy. This brutal incident has sparked widespread outrage. Das was the sole breadwinner for his family, which includes his disabled father, mother, wife, and young child.
Bangladesh has experienced a rise in violence against minorities, particularly Hindus, under the current interim government. This alarming trend has prompted widespread concern among the public and human rights organizations worldwide.