Washington, Dec 30 (NationPress) The murder of a Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh has sparked outrage from Hindu advocacy organizations in the United States, highlighting the precarious situation faced by religious minorities in the region.

The Hindu American Political Action Committee expressed that the “atrocious murder of Dipu Chandra Das” underscores the Bangladeshi government's inability to safeguard Hindus and other religious groups.

In a message distributed to its followers, the organization applauded the reactions of US lawmakers who have “acknowledged the circumstances in Bangladesh and condemned the killing.”

The group shared remarks from four legislators who condemned the event, including Congressmen Raja Krishnamoorthi, Ro J. Khanan, Suhas Subramanyam, Shri Thanedar, and New York Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar.

According to reports from advocacy groups, Das was publicly lynched on December 18, 2025. They stated he was brutally assaulted, stripped of his clothes, displayed in a public square, and subsequently burned. The groups denounced this act as a shocking display of violence that has resonated worldwide.

The killing, they indicated, was sparked by Das’s assertion that “all religions are alike.” They described him as a Hindu garment worker, and emphasized that this act has sent shockwaves through communities concerned about religious freedom and the rights of minorities in Bangladesh.

In a communication to supporters, the Hindu American PAC reiterated that advocating against violence and discrimination aimed at the Hindu community, both domestically and internationally, has been a key focus since its inception in 2012. The organization expressed satisfaction in having supported the election of numerous officials who understand the necessity of this advocacy.

Another group, HinduPact, has called upon supporters to urge international bodies to respond. They specifically appealed to the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights to “take stringent measures and respond decisively” to this crime. Supporters were encouraged to send emails advocating for intervention.

The groups also framed this incident within a larger context of violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, asserting that the community has been subjected to ongoing attacks and discrimination. They emphasized that this situation can no longer be overlooked by the global community.

As a Muslim-majority country, Bangladesh is currently under international scrutiny regarding its treatment of religious minorities like Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians. Reports indicate that the human rights situation in the nation has worsened in the past year and a half.