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Durga Puja in Bangladesh: Committees ordered not to play music, pause festivities during namaaz, azaan

In a tense atmosphere, Bangladesh enforces severe restrictions on Durga Puja celebrations, including halting music and festivities during namaaz and azaan 

12-09-2024
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As Durga Puja approaches, the Hindu community in Bangladesh, alongside the celebrants in West Bengal, faces new regulations under the interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus. This year, the administration has requested that Hindu devotees refrain from playing musical instruments and using sound systems during specific times, particularly five minutes before and during the azaan and namaaz.

The new guidelines come amid a backdrop of increased religious tension and political instability in Bangladesh, following the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Reports of violence against Hindus have raised concerns among minority rights groups, leading to heightened security and international scrutiny.

Despite these challenges, the interim government has assured that Durga Puja celebrations will continue largely unaffected. Lt. Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Home Affairs Adviser, confirmed that the number of Durga Puja mandaps is set to rise, with 32,666 planned for this year. The government is implementing enhanced security measures to protect these venues.

In response to potential unrest, the interim government has warned that any disruptions or harassment at worship sites will be met with strict legal action. Religious Affairs Adviser Dr. AFM Khalid Hossain emphasized the government's commitment to maintaining peace during the festival.

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