Connecting Global Threads of Faith Newsletter #1 January
- GHTN Admin
- Jan 18
- 3 min read
Connecting Global Threads of Faith
Editor’s Note
Somnath stands not as a monument of reconstruction, but as an indictment of every attempt to annihilate a civilisation that rose, again and again, from deliberate ruin. As its resilience is honoured today, Bangladesh reminds us that the same civilisational war against Hindu existence continues, only the geography has changed.
January Newsletter – 1
(January 1 – January 15)
"In a connected world, Hindu struggles and resilience amid violence often remain unseen. This fortnightly report sheds light on these overlooked realities, offering a global overview of incidents affecting Hindus and celebrating our heritage, advocating for Hindu rights and religious freedom worldwide."
North America
Hindu diaspora groups in the US have urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take urgent action over escalating violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, citing killings, lynchings, and widespread attacks.In a letter, the Global Hindu Diaspora called for international intervention, humanitarian corridors, and diplomatic pressure, warning that minorities are facing systematic and unrelenting persecution.
Europe
United Kingdom
UK MP Priti Patel condemned the ongoing violence against Hindus in Bangladesh as “senseless” and “horrendous,” urging Dhaka to take robust action to protect minority lives, places of worship, and religious freedom.Raising the issue in the UK Parliament, she called on the British government to press the interim Yunus administration to restore law and order amid escalating attacks on minorities.
Asia
Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan politician Barath Arullsamy condemned the targeted violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, stressing that a democracy’s strength lies in protecting its most vulnerable citizens. Calling India’s role pivotal, he urged regional action to uphold secularism, human rights, and stability in South Asia.
Bangladesh
A Bangladeshi Hindu priest who fled to India says he cannot return home after facing death threats and a mob attack over false blasphemy allegations, fearing he would be killed if he goes back.His account highlights escalating Islamist mob violence against Hindus in Bangladesh and the growing climate of fear forcing minorities to flee.
India called on Bangladesh to firmly deal with communal incidents in the country, as New Delhi continued to express its concerns over the persecution of Hindus in hostile circumstances in recent weeks.
Another Hindu man, Joy Mahapatro, was killed in Bangladesh after being allegedly beaten and poisoned, underscoring the continuing targeting of the Hindu community.The killing comes amid a sharp rise in mob violence against minorities, reflecting a growing failure of the state to protect vulnerable citizens.
Pakistan
Hinglaj Mata, a revered Shakti Peetha in Balochistan, is worshipped by Hindus and respected by local Muslim communities who call the goddess “Bibi Nani,” reflecting centuries of shared faith.The shrine stands as a rare symbol of civilisational continuity and cultural harmony amid the rugged landscape of Hingol National Park.
India
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Somnath temple’s survival despite repeated attacks reflects India’s indomitable civilisational spirit and unbroken faith over a thousand years.In an op-ed, he highlighted its destruction in 1026, post-Independence restoration, and enduring power as a symbol of resilience, cultural continuity, and hope.
Devotees thronged the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple at Srirangam to witness the Thirumangaimannan Vedupari ritual, reenacting the legend of Thirumangai Aazhwar as part of the Vaikunta Ekadasi festival.
Hindu organisations protested against a private school in Azamgarh after a viral video showed Urdu religious instruction, alleging promotion of religious fanaticism and conversion.
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