Dhaka, Dec. 22 -- Leaders of minority organisations in Bangladesh on Monday criticised Chief Advisor Muhammed Yunus-led government over its failure to stop violence, killings and persecution of minority communities, stating that the lack of a proper investigation into violent incidents, and near indifference of authorities had shrouded the country in a blanket of fear, mistrust, and uncertainty, particularly for minorities.

Addressing a human chain organised by the Minority Unity Front in front of the Jatiya Press Club, various figures offered statements over the mass violence and persecution conducted by Islamic extremists against minorities in the country.

Manindra Kumar Nath, joint coordinator of the Minority Unity Front, commenting on...