Bangladesh: A Regime-Change Operation Turned Into Anti Hindu Jihad

 

Instability in India’s Neighborhood: A Growing Concern

The potential for Western forces to destabilize India’s neighborhood, seeking opportunities to disrupt India’s growth story, is a matter of grave concern. Recent events in Bangladesh exemplify this risk and highlight the consequences of external interference.

The Protests Against Sheikh Hasina: Organic or Engineered?

When mass protests erupted against Sheikh Hasina’s 15-year tenure as Prime Minister of Bangladesh, they initially appeared to be organic. These protests had all the hallmarks of a large-scale public dissent: participation of student groups, political opposition leaders driving the narrative, public grievances over government policies such as reservation quotas, and substantial financial support sustaining the movement.

Historically, such a combination often leads to significant unrest, with police or military intervention escalating the situation into violence. This, in turn, fuels further protests in a vicious cycle capable of toppling governments. However, questions arose about the source of the substantial financial resources fueling these protests, revealing a troubling connection.

The Deep State Connection

A trail of monetary transactions pointed towards involvement by the Western deep state. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina herself, shortly after seeking refuge in India, suggested that the protests were hijacked by the United States’ deep state, allegedly aiming to secure a naval base in the Bay of Bengal. This theory gained further credence with the appointment of Muhammad Yunus as Chief Advisor to the Bangladesh government—a figure seemingly groomed for this role.

Sheikh Hasina remains the democratically elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, whereas Yunus is a leader imposed by external forces. His appointment marks a significant deviation from democratic norms, leading to severe consequences for the nation.

The Decline of Democracy and Rising Atrocities

Under Yunus’ regime, Bangladesh has witnessed the systematic erosion of its democratic fabric. State-sponsored violence against Hindus and other minorities has intensified, undermining the country’s secular ethos. Bangladesh, once a melting pot of diverse religious communities, is rapidly being transformed into an Islamic state through targeted pogroms.

Houses of Hindus and other minorities are raided, individuals attacked and killed, properties stolen, and places of worship desecrated. The regime’s actions have made it clear that Bangladesh is no longer a functioning democracy. Western powers, meanwhile, appear indifferent to these atrocities, further complicating the situation.

India’s Role and the Way Forward

India has historically opted for strategic patience in its neighborhood. As Pakistan nears collapse, India is prepared to wait out Bangladesh’s current turmoil as well. The Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) already provides a safety net for persecuted minorities, reaffirming India’s position as a bastion of religious freedom and democracy.

Public sentiment in Bangladesh may eventually shift, mirroring trends in Balochistan and Gilgit, where appreciation for India’s economic and democratic success is growing. However, India must remain vigilant against attempts by Western forces to exploit instability in its neighborhood for their gain.

Lessons for the Western World

The West must confront its hypocrisy and acknowledge the inhumane atrocities being perpetrated under Yunus’ regime. These state-sponsored acts of terror demand a decisive and immediate response. While regime-change operations may have succeeded in Ukraine, Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, and now Bangladesh, India’s robust democratic institutions and vigilant electorate make it impervious to such tactics.

The Western world’s selective disregard for human rights and democratic principles in South Asia serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of external interference. It is imperative for the international community to uphold justice and democratic integrity, not only for the sake of Bangladesh but for regional stability as a whole.