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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has called for unity in India, referencing the ongoing unrest in Bangladesh. In a public meeting in Agra, Adityanath emphasized the importance of national unity, stating that 'Nothing can be above the nation. And the nation will be empowered only when we are united. 'Batenge to Katenge'. You are seeing what is happening in Bangladesh. Those mistakes should not be repeated here... 'Batenge to Katenge, Ek Rahenge to Nek Rahenge,”' This statement, delivered with a strong call for solidarity, is a direct response to the escalating situation in Bangladesh and an apparent appeal to Indian citizens to avoid similar divisive situations.
Adityanath's call for unity comes just a day after he criticized the Indian opposition for its ‘silence’ on attacks against Hindus in Bangladesh. He pointed out the hypocrisy of the opposition, which he claimed is quick to comment on global issues but remains conspicuously silent on the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh. 'While the opposition is quick to speak out on global issues, it has remained conspicuously silent about the persecution of Hindus and the demolition of temples in Bangladesh. They see Palestine but turn a blind eye to Bangladesh because its fears losing their vote bank,' he said in Mathura. This statement, laced with strong criticism, highlights the political implications of the situation and raises questions about the opposition's stance on the issue.
The unrest in Bangladesh has been a source of concern for many, with reports of widespread attacks against Hindus, who constitute 8 percent of the country's population. Hindu temples have been desecrated, and properties belonging to Hindu community members have been attacked by mobs. This situation has sparked fears for the safety of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh. Historically, Hindus in Bangladesh have been supporters of Sheikh Hasina's Awami League, which led the country's liberation movement in 1971. However, the recent political crisis in Bangladesh, triggered by the resignation and departure of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has resulted in a surge of violence against Hindus. The Bangladesh Hindu Buddhist Christian Unity Council, a minority rights group, has reported 200 attacks on Hindus since Hasina's departure.
The situation in Bangladesh has also garnered attention from the Indian government. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in an X post congratulating the interim government's chief advisor Muhammad Yunus, expressed concern for the safety of Hindus and all other minority communities in Bangladesh. 'We hope for an early return to normalcy, ensuring the safety and protection of Hindus and all other minority communities,' he wrote. This statement reflects India's concerns about the unrest and its commitment to the safety of minorities in Bangladesh. The developments in Bangladesh have significant implications for India, given the shared history, culture, and close ties between the two nations. The unrest has raised concerns about potential spillover effects into India and underscores the importance of maintaining stability and peace in the region.
Source: ‘Batenge to katenge…’: Yogi Adityanath's message amid Bangladesh unrest