The Bangladeshi American community is expressing deep concern over the spread of misinformation regarding minority rights in Bangladesh, particularly the unverified claims of widespread attacks and human rights violations against specific religious groups.

These claims, often circulated without evidence, have been amplified on social media, with some presidential candidates contributing to the false narrative.

It is especially troubling, the community says, when such misinformation reaches millions of Americans, painting a distorted picture of Bangladesh’s current reality.

As Bangladeshi Americans, they feel a responsibility to provide an accurate portrayal of the situation, with the goal of fostering stronger ties and greater understanding between the U.S. and Bangladesh.

Recent reports have circulated suggesting that religious minorities, especially Hindus, are experiencing coordinated attacks and persecution following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s ousting by a popular movement on August 5.

However, these claims, the community argues, do not reflect the full picture. While attacks on minority communities have occurred both before and after the political transition, these incidents appear to be politically motivated rather than based on religious or communal tensions.

The community is calling on Bangladesh's interim government to thoroughly investigate the reported attacks and hold those responsible accountable.

They emphasize that, contrary to claims made by former President Donald Trump and others, local and international media investigations into recent violence suggest that political motivations, rather than religious animosities, are behind the majority of the incidents.

The interim government has already taken steps to prevent further violence and is working to ensure the safety and security of all citizens, regardless of their religion or political beliefs.

The Bangladeshi American community remains closely engaged with developments in Bangladesh, urging continued efforts to investigate each incident independently and ensure justice for the affected individuals.

The Community says that Dr. Muhammad Yunus, the current Chief Advisor of Bangladesh, stands as a symbol of the country's commitment to human rights and social progress.

A Nobel Peace Prize laureate and globally recognized humanitarian, Dr. Yunus is celebrated for his pioneering work in microcredit and his dedication to improving the lives of the impoverished.

His leadership is grounded in the belief that all individuals, regardless of background, should have the opportunity to realize their full potential.

Under Dr. Yunus’ leadership, the transitional government is focused on protecting human rights, strengthening democratic institutions, and promoting social harmony.

Bangladesh's civil society remains active and vigilant in addressing human rights issues, ensuring that the country remains committed to its democratic values during this period of political change.

However, as Bangladesh navigates its current transition, there are growing concerns over the spread of unfounded claims about widespread anti-minority violence and the persecution of Hindus.

These narratives, the government warns, risk misrepresenting the situation and stigmatizing the country, undermining the significant progress Bangladesh has made in recent years.

In response to these concerns, the Bangladeshi government urges political leaders and public officials, especially those with significant influence, to rely on verified information from objective sources on the ground. It is crucial, they emphasize, to view the evolving situation in its proper context before making public statements that could harm the nation’s reputation.

The stability and success of Bangladesh as an inclusive democracy is not only vital for the country's future but also for regional stability and U.S. interests.

By prioritizing facts over misinformation, both domestic and international actors can support Bangladesh’s continued progress and democratic development.

On behalf of the Bangladeshi American community and US Bangladesh Unity Initiative (UBUI)

Rumi Ahmed Khan MD FCCP

Shahed Alam

Elora Shehabuddin PhD

Md Ehteshamul Haque

Farhana Sultana, PhD

Md Rashed, NYPD

Mohammed Mia, PhD

Rezwan Ur Rahman, MBA

Shah Choudhury, MBA

Asif Ahmed

H. Shahad Munna, PE, CFM, ENV SP

Md Jobair Bin Alam, PhD, P.E. M. ASCE

Mohammed H Rashid, PhD

Mohammad Monwar Husain, MD, FACP

Ashraful Hannan Parag

Mohammad Mahmudul Islam, D.Eng

Shafayat Ahmad

Md Riaj Uddin

Aminur Rashid Chowdhury

Moinul Hossain Rahat

Sharmin Banu

Muna Hafsa

Mohammad Al Masud

Ariful Bhuiyan

Salam Azad, PhD

Mahmudul Khan Apel

Abul K Sarwar

Dr. Gulzer Hossain

Dr. SM SarwarRahman

Badrul Haider

Mohammed Islam Tushar

Nasim Uddin

Tahsin Askar

Tarek Uz Zaman

Rezwanul Kabir

Syed Moshiur Rahman

Mostaqur Sarkar

Tariq A Hassan

Mohammed Kabeer

Taufiq Haider

Ahsan Islam

Md Zahidur Rahman

Ibrahim Ahmed PhD

Galib Hassan

Sheikh J Islam

Dr Ruhul Amin Munshi

Muhammad Nurul Islam

Nasrul Islam Shohan

Saifur Rahman Mithu

Diner M. Islam

Jafry Shamim

Sajjad Choudhury

Ashraful Haque

Mohammad Irfan Uddin

Sabbir Ashraf

Oshima Shimu

Kazi Sadid, PhD, PE, CFM

Kamal Shaharier

Dr. Zahid Dewan Shamim

Dr. Mujibur R Mujumder

Kamal U Sayeed

Dr. Mostafuzur Rahman Tinku

Dr. Ibrul H Chowdhury

Dr. Khandaker M Rahman

Rowshan Haque

Dr. Khairul B Siddique

Dr. Neyaz Muhaimen

Dr. Taqeque Zaman

Abdullah Chowdhury

Hasan Chowdhury

Engr. Noor-e-Alam Siddiqi

Shamsul Islam

Saydul Haque

Dr. Nursarat Ahmed

Dr. Mahabubur Rahman

Dr. Zakir Hossain

Jaynal Abedin

Arif Hossain

Solaiman Chowdhury

Engr. Shiblee

Engr. Mohammaed Eshan

Mohammaed Shahabuddin

Mohammaed Rana

Sunjida Ahmed

Abdus Samad

Dr. Sayeed Khaled

Dr. Ashraful Haque

Dr. Fetama Haque

Dr. Mohasina Rahman

Dr. Tarik Naser

Dr. Shuruvi Jafar

Dr. Azad Amin

Dr. Ishrat Ara

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