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In a recent address in the Lok Sabha, BJP MP Anurag Thakur took a sharp stance against Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition, and the Congress party, accusing them of selective outrage.

 

Thakur expressed disappointment that while Congress members, including Rahul Gandhi, have been vocal about international issues such as the situation in Gaza, they have remained silent on the ongoing atrocities against Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh.

 

Thakur highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proactive stance on the issue, noting that the Prime Minister had personally conveyed to the head of Bangladesh’s interim government the importance of ensuring peace, security, and development for Hindus and religious minorities in the country. This, he argued, contrasts sharply with the Congress party’s lack of response to the same issue.

 

During his speech, Thakur questioned why the Congress, particularly its leadership, has failed to address the persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh. He criticised their social media posts and public statements, which often focus on international concerns like Gaza, while neglecting issues closer to home, such as the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh.

 

Thakur suggested that this silence raises questions about the party’s priorities and whether there is a double standard in how they approach issues of religious persecution.

 

Thakur’s remarks were in response to the recent political developments in Bangladesh, where Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus was sworn in as the head of the interim government.

 

Amidst escalating protests and a volatile political environment, Prime Minister Modi has expressed India’s commitment to working with Bangladesh to protect the rights of its minority communities and to support the country’s return to normalcy.

 

In response to the situation, the Indian government has formed a five-member committee to monitor the India-Bangladesh border and ensure the safety of Indian citizens and minority communities in Bangladesh.

 

This committee, chaired by Ravi Gandhi, Additional Director General of the Border Security Force (BSF), Eastern Command, aims to maintain communication with Bangladeshi authorities to address any security concerns.

 

Thakur’s critique of the Congress party underscores the broader political debate in India regarding the protection of religious minorities in neighbouring countries and the role of political parties in advocating for these issues.

 

The BJP’s emphasis on the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh is part of a larger narrative that seeks to hold the opposition accountable for what it sees as selective advocacy.

 

As the situation in Bangladesh continues to evolve, with ongoing anti-government protests and political uncertainty, the focus on the treatment of religious minorities will likely remain a significant point of contention in Indian politics.

 

Thakur’s comments reflect the BJP’s broader strategy of positioning itself as a defender of Hindu rights, both domestically and internationally, while questioning the commitment of its political rivals to the same cause.

 

This debate is likely to intensify as both the Indian and Bangladeshi governments navigate the challenges posed by the current political climate in the region, with implications for bilateral relations and the welfare of minority communities on both sides of the border.