The Bangladeshi government has ordered the freezing of bank accounts linked to 17 individuals associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The move comes after the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, a prominent ISKCON leader, sparking backlash from Hindus worldwide.
The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) directed banks to freeze the accounts for 30 days under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act-2012. Authorities demanded detailed transaction histories and account records within three working days.
Das, who serves as a spokesperson for the Sanatan Jagaran Jote, was detained on Monday at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport. He faces sedition charges for allegedly hoisting a saffron flag above the national flag in Chittagong last month. Following his court appearance, violence erupted, leading to the death of advocate Saiful Islam Alif.
Radical groups have accused ISKCON supporters of involvement in the incident, a claim the organisation denies. Protests erupted across Bangladesh, with demonstrators condemning Das’s arrest and the interim government’s actions.
Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina criticised the interim government for persecuting minority communities. She called for the immediate release of Das and urged authorities to ensure religious freedom and safety for all.
Incidents of violence against minorities have increased since Hasina’s resignation in August, including attacks on temples, homes, and places of worship. India’s Ministry of External Affairs also expressed concern over these incidents and the targeting of Hindu leaders.
The freezing of ISKCON-linked accounts and the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das have heightened tensions, with widespread demands for justice and accountability.
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