London, Oct. 17 -- The UK government on Thursday strongly condemned reports of violence and persecution faced by Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, pledging continued engagement with Dhaka's interim government to ensure the protection of human rights and religious freedom.

The statement came after a discussion at the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for British Hindus, where a report by Insight UK detailed alleged persecution, oppression, and killings of Hindus in Bangladesh. The report highlighted instances of temples being destroyed and properties burnt down, sometimes with families trapped inside their homes.

Bangladeshi Hindus are facing a dire situation following the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024,

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