Sayan Ghosh, a tourist from Belghoria in West Bengal, was reportedly attacked by a mob in the Jurain area of Dhaka, Bangladesh's capital. According to a report by News18, Ghosh alleges that he was targeted for being both Indian and Hindu.
A Kolkata youth had alleged that he was beaten by miscreants after they found out he was an Indian and a Hindu. File image/Reuters
The incident occurred while Ghosh was visiting a local market with a friend. “At least 5-6 boys from the Muslim community came and asked me where I was from and what I was doing here. The moment they heard I was Indian and a Hindu, they started thrashing me,” Ghosh said, as quoted by News18.
Ghosh characterized the attack as brutal, explaining that the mob assaulted him with a knife and struck him with a stone. “I could have lost my eyesight,” he added. His friend was also assaulted, and both had their belongings stolen, as quoted by News18.
Lack of Assistance from Onlookers
Ghosh was shocked by the absence of help from those passing by. “Instead of helping, they kept questioning me about my nationality and purpose in Bangladesh. Even medics were reluctant to treat me,” he said, as quoted by News18.
His father, Sukanto Ghosh, verified the incident. “We told him not to go, but he insisted. He is in a state of shock. We will take him to a doctor and lodge a complaint with the high commission,” he said, as quoted by News18.
Host Family Harassment
Following the attack, Ghosh took refuge at his friend's house to recover. He disclosed that his host's family was subjected to harassment by local officials and others. “They warned my friend’s parents that their lives could be in danger for inviting an Indian over,” Ghosh said, as quoted by News18.
The incident took place amid escalating tensions in Bangladesh, where protests broke out following the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, an ISKCON member. Supporters argue that his arrest on sedition charges is politically motivated, according to reports.
Ghosh is still traumatized but is recovering at home, and his family intends to seek help from Indian authorities.
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