New Delhi: BJP MP and veteran actor Hema Malini has expressed concern over the safety of ISKCON devotees and the Hindu community in Bangladesh, urging the Indian government to take swift action. Addressing the press on Monday, she described the situation as “bad” and emphasized the need for immediate measures to ensure the security of Krishna devotees and Hindus in the neighboring country.
Speaking passionately, Hema Malini said, “The situation is bad. I have requested my government to take action and give security to our ISKCON devotees, our Hindu brothers. This is not a matter of foreign policy, it is a matter of our sentiments, Krishna devotees…”
Her comments come amid reports of attacks on Hindu minorities and ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) temples in Bangladesh. Such incidents have drawn widespread criticism from various quarters, both domestically and internationally, with calls for stricter measures to ensure the protection of minority communities in the country.
Hema Malini, who has been a vocal supporter of ISKCON and its mission, underscored the emotional and spiritual connection shared by Krishna devotees worldwide. She stressed that such incidents deeply hurt the sentiments of Hindus, not just in Bangladesh but globally, and called for robust intervention by the Indian government.
The Indian government has previously raised the issue of minority rights in Bangladesh at various diplomatic levels. With Hema Malini’s appeal, the focus on this sensitive matter has intensified, especially among Krishna devotees and those advocating for religious freedom.
The situation in Bangladesh has often been a point of concern, as periodic instances of violence against religious minorities mar the otherwise harmonious ties between the two nations. Observers believe Hema Malini’s statement could lead to stronger diplomatic engagement and humanitarian assistance to address the ongoing concerns.
As the issue garners attention, Krishna devotees and ISKCON members worldwide await meaningful action to ensure peace and security for their communities in Bangladesh.
