A 23-year-old Hindu man, Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, was burnt to death inside a garage in Bangladesh’s Narsingdi district late Friday night in what witnesses describe as a premeditated attack. Assailants allegedly poured petrol on the shop’s shutter and set it ablaze while Chanchal slept inside, triggering fresh allegations about the safety of religious minorities in Bangladesh.
The victim, originally from Lakshmipur village in Cumilla district, was his family’s sole breadwinner and had been working at the garage near Mosque Market, adjacent to Narsingdi Police Lines, for several years. The incident has intensified concerns about violence targeting minority communities in the country.
Breadwinner Killed in Attack
Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik, the middle son in his family, had relocated to Narsingdi from his native Lakshmipur village in search of work and had been employed at the garage for years. Eyewitnesses and local sources report that the attack occurred whilst he was asleep inside the workshop, with perpetrators pouring petrol from outside and igniting the shutter, causing flames to engulf the premises rapidly.
The targeted nature of the assault—attacking a sleeping man by setting fire from outside—has raised serious questions about premeditation and the vulnerabilities faced by minority community members. As the family’s sole breadwinner, Chanchal’s death leaves his loved ones not only grieving but also facing an uncertain economic future.
Rising Minority Attacks
This tragic incident adds to growing concerns about the safety and security of religious minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindu communities who have reported increased incidents of violence and intimidation in recent months. The attack’s location—near a police facility—has further amplified questions about protection mechanisms and law enforcement’s capacity to safeguard vulnerable communities.
Whilst official statements regarding the investigation remain awaited, human rights observers have called for swift action and accountability to prevent such attacks from becoming a pattern of impunity. The incident follows similar reports of targeted violence against minorities across various districts, prompting calls from civil society organisations for stronger protective measures and interfaith dialogue.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This heartbreaking loss of an innocent young life reminds us that violence against any community, regardless of faith, is an assault on our shared humanity. Chanchal Chandra Bhoumik’s death should serve as a wake-up call for all of us—not just in Bangladesh but across South Asia—to actively champion the safety, dignity, and rights of religious minorities.
True peace and harmony can only flourish when governments demonstrate unwavering commitment to protecting all citizens equally, when law enforcement acts swiftly against perpetrators of hate crimes, and when communities stand in solidarity with their vulnerable neighbours. We must move beyond mere condemnations and towards concrete action—strengthening legal protections, ensuring accountability, and fostering interfaith dialogue that builds bridges rather than walls.
How can citizens and civil society organisations work together to create safer, more inclusive communities where people of all faiths can live without fear?
Another Hindu killed by Jihadi Bangladeshi Muslims . This man name is Ranjan Bhowmik , He is a garage worker ,He was killed by burning him with petrol like #DipuChandraDas #bangladeshihindu #BangladeshCrisis pic.twitter.com/42vq1Wid22
— Ex Muslim Shakil 🇮🇳 (@exmuslimshakil) January 25, 2026
