Their properties and business establishments have been looted following incendiary posts on social media targeting Hindu religious organisations.
Such incidents are bound to create further tensions in the community.
We once again urge the Government of Bangladesh to take strong measures to ensure the safety of Hindus and act decisively against extremist elements.
"Notably, in Chittagong, the clash between the Hindu community and law enforcement forces escalated, leading to an operation by joint police and army forces.
According to the Bangla daily Prothom Alo, blank shots were also fired during the operation.

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