Following the student protests against the quota system and the subsequent resignation and departure of Sheikh Hasina from the country, the Hindu community in Madaripur was deeply concerned about potential attacks on their businesses, homes, and temples across various regions. Although no such incidents were reported in Madaripur, the local Hindu population remained apprehensive.
To address these concerns and reassure the community, leaders from the district BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami organized a harmony meeting at the Radha-Gobinda Temple in Purana Bazaar, Madaripur, on Thursday evening. This meeting brought together Hindu businesspeople and leaders from the region. During the gathering, the Hindu community extended their congratulations to the BNP and Jamaat leaders.
The meeting was chaired by Bablu Das, President of the Madaripur Puja Celebration Committee and General Secretary of the Radha-Gobinda Temple. Key speakers included Kazi Humayun Kabir, Executive Member of BNP’s Central Committee; Advocate Zafar Ali Mia, Convenor of District BNP; Jahandar Ali Jahan, Member Secretary of District BNP; Joint Convenor Sohrab Hossain Howlader; Manunur Rashid Bablu Howlader; Advocate Jaminar Hossain Mithu; Mizanur Rahman Murad; and Advocate Mizanur Rahman Khan, Assistant Secretary of District Jamaat, among other leaders.
During the meeting, BNP and Jamaat leaders assured the Hindu community of their steadfast support and emphasized the importance of harmonious coexistence. They also issued a warning that any attacks on the Hindu community would be met with severe penalties if the perpetrators were identified.
