Diverse Brisbane communities unite in solidarity with persecuted Hindus in Bangladesh

Brisbane, August 16: In an extraordinary display of unity, members of the Hindu, Sikh, and Jewish communities in Brisbane gathered today to protest against the ongoing brutal atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh. The protest, organised by the Bangladeshi Puja and Cultural Society (BPCS) in Brisbane, drew large numbers of participants, all united in a common cause: to show solidarity with their brothers and sisters in Bangladesh.

The event, held at King George Square in Brisbane CDB, witnessed impassioned speeches and peaceful demonstrations as protesters called for global attention to the suffering of Hindus in Bangladesh, urging immediate action to protect minority communities. The gathering was a powerful reminder of the shared values of humanity, tolerance, and justice that transcend religious boundaries.

The protest was supported by several prominent organisations, including Sewa Australia, Hindu Council of Australia(HCA), Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), Samskruthi Queensland, Indian Council of Australia, Queensland (ICAQ), Brisbane Maharashtra Mandal, Overseas Friends of BJP, Aryav Pratinidhi Sabha, Queensland, Divya Jyoti Jagrati Sansthan, Institute for Australia India Engagement, Vaishnav Sangh Queensland, Australian Jewish Association, and Gujarati Brahma Samaj.

Representatives from these organizations spoke to the gathering, emphasising the critical need to stand united against injustice and to advocate for the rights of persecuted minorities in Bangladesh.

"We cannot remain silent while innocent lives are being destroyed," stated Mr. Umang Rajani, head of the Brisbane chapter of Sewa Australia.

Mr. Bipin Sumanth, General Secretary of HSS Australia, expressed deep concern about the plight of minorities, saying, “It is time for us to unite globally and send a clear message that bigotry and hatred have no place in modern society. Dharma shall prevail.”

Mr. Jogindra Modi, president of HCA in Brisbane, reflected on the drastic decline in the Hindu population since Bangladesh's formation in 1971, reminding everyone of this alarming reality.

Speaking to our correspondent at the protest site, Mr. Bikash Sikder, president of BPCS, voiced his concern for Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh. “We are extremely worried about the safety and well-being of Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. The government must take action, bring the culprits to justice, and ensure the safety of these communities.”

The protest was peaceful yet impactful, with participants holding placards and chanting slogans to express solidarity the victims. Many attendees voiced their hope that the international community would respond to their plea and take decisive action to ensure the safety and security of Hindus in Bangladesh.

As the crowd dispersed, the message was clear: Brisbane's Hindus, supported by other communities will continue to stand in solidarity with those suffering from persecution, advocating for justice.