Hindu Teacher's House Set On Fire As Attacks On Minority Continue In Bangladesh

Last Updated:January 16, 2026, 07:32 IST

The house of Birendra Kumar Dey in Gowainghat upazila, Sylhet, was set ablaze, heightening fears for Hindu minorities in Bangladesh and prompting calls for justice.

A video of the fire incident has emerged, showing people running around the house.

As violence against minorities continues in Bangladesh, the house of another Hindu family was targeted and set ablaze. The home of teacher Birendra Kumar Dey, widely known as Jhunu sir, located in Gowainghat upazila of Sylhet, was set on fire, causing fear and distress among the family and the local minority community.

The incident has renewed concerns over the safety and security of religious minorities in the neighbouring country amid attacks on members of the Hindu community. Residents have called for a thorough investigation and stronger measures to protect vulnerable communities and bring those responsible to justice.

Video capturing the fire incident has surfaced, showing the intensity and the impact of the attack.

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