Manoj Joshi, Jaya Prada & Other Actors Condemn Violence Against Hindus In Bangladesh

Veteran actor compares international outcry over Gaza to the “relative silence” following the brutal lynching of Hindu worker Dipu Chandra Das.

Veteran actor Manoj Joshi has sparked a massive debate on social media after calling out what he describes as “selective global outrage” regarding the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh.

Joshi expressed deep anguish over the lack of international condemnation following a string of violent incidents targeting the Hindu community in the neighboring nation.

The “Gaza vs. Bangladesh” Comparison

Joshi, known for his outspoken views on national issues, drew a sharp contrast between the global response to Middle Eastern conflicts and the ongoing unrest in Bangladesh.

“Everyone comes forward when something happens in Gaza or Palestine, but when a Hindu is killed in Bangladesh, it is very sad that nobody comes forward. Time will give its answer,” Joshi said in a viral video statement.

His comments reflect a growing sentiment among Indian celebrities who feel that human rights organizations and international media have been “hypocritical” in their coverage of South Asian minority issues.

The Catalyst: The Brutal Killing of Dipu Chandra Das

The actor’s remarks are a direct reaction to the horrific lynching of Dipu Chandra Das (27), a Hindu garment factory worker in Mymensingh district on December 18.

• The Allegation: Das was accused by a mob of approximately 140 people of committing “blasphemy” during a factory event.
• The Reality: Bangladesh’s elite counter-terrorism agency, the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), later confirmed they found no evidence of any such post or statement by Das.
• The Brutality: Das was beaten with bamboo sticks, tied to a tree, and set on fire in full public view. His family was reportedly denied a final glimpse of his body before a forced cremation.

Celebrity Outcry: A United Front

Joshi is not the only voice rising in protest. A wave of A-list stars has used their platforms to condemn the “barbarism”:

Janhvi Kapoor: Shared an emotional note calling the incident “slaughter” and not an isolated event. “We will continue to cry about things halfway across the globe while our own brothers and sisters are burnt to death,” she wrote.

Munawar Faruqui: Expressed his disgust at the viral footage, calling the perpetrators “inhumane monsters” and urging the world to speak up.

Jaya Prada: A former MP and veteran actress, she stated her “heart is bleeding” over the brutality, urging the Indian government to ensure the safety of Hindus across the border.

Diplomatic Escalation

The situation has reached a boiling point in the corridors of power.

• India Summons Envoy: New Delhi officially summoned the Bangladesh High Commissioner this week, expressing “strong concern” over the safety of minorities and the surge in anti-India rhetoric.
• Interim Government Response: While the Muhammad Yunus-led government has condemned the killing and arrested 12 suspects, they have faced criticism for failing to prevent a second incident on Wednesday, where Amrit Mondal (another Hindu man) was lynched in Rajbari district.