Dhaka, June 27 -- Bangladesh on Friday urged all to refrain from reacting to any matter disregarding the facts and ground realities, stressing that the country remains firmly committed to safeguarding the rights of all communities, including the protection of worship places.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a media release said nothing has ever constrained Bangladesh to uphold its syncretic tradition where every citizen can - and does - live and prosper freely irrespective of one's faith or belief, in an inclusive and open society.

The MoFA says the attention of the government of Bangladesh has been drawn to media reports alleging the destruction of a Durga temple at Khilkhet in Dhaka.

The fact remains that last year during Durga Puj...