Family of Dipu Das, Hindu man who was lynched in Bangladesh, gets Tk 2.5 million compensation

The family of Dipu Das, a garment worker killed in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, has been given government compensation in savings certificates worth Tk 2.5 million (approx Rs 18,52,000). The documents were presented to the family on Monday through Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus’s office, reported Dhaka Tribune. Later in the day, speaking at a press briefing held at Jagannath Hall of Dhaka University under Dhaka University, Dipu Das’s family members confirmed they had received the funds and thanked the interim administration. They also repeated their call for justice in the murder case. ALSO READ | Bangladesh government’s representative meets family of Hindu man lynched by mob ## Dipu Das lynching and atrocities on Hindus On December 18 last year, Dipu — an employee of Pioneers Knitwears Limited—was taken from his workplace and lynched. His body was later hung unclothed from a tree along the Dhaka-Mymensingh highway and set ablaze. He hailed from Mokamiyakanda village in Tarakanda upazila. ALSO READ | Another Hindu man stabbed, set on fire in Bangladesh; in hospital The fatality was the first among many in a series of Hindu people’s deaths that followed in the run up to the Bangladesh elections. This sparked protests in India and Bangladesh over concerns of the Hindu minority community being targeted in Bangladesh. However, Yunus has dismissed the concerns, saying the attacks were “political, not religious”, as per a BBC report. ## Dipu Das’s family seek job, justice Dhaka Tribune reported that Dipu’s mother, Shefali Rani Das, has urged authorities to arrange a job for his widow. She also said not all suspects had been arrested and that the family remained dissatisfied with how the case investigation was progressing. His father, Robi Lal Chandra Das, appealed to the authorities for justice, while his widow, Meghna Rabidas, demanded accountability for the crime. ALSO READ | Dipu Das lynching: Man accused of leading attack on Hindu youth held in Bangladesh, says report ## Tarique Rahman oath-taking today Muhammad Yunus stepped down as the Chief Adviser to the Government of Bangladesh after the disbursal of the bonds. The reins of the government will now be taken over by BNP chief Tarique Rahman. The Bangladesh Cabinet will take oath at 4 PM today. The Express Global Desk at The Indian Express delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read More