Tag Archives: Human Rights

‘Vested Property Act and the minorities’ tale of woes

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Protect Minorities in Bangladesh

Written by Dhiraj Kumar Nath The historic India-Pakistan War continued for 17 days from Sept 6 to Sept 22, 1965 that ended with Tashkent declaration. During the war, Pakistan promulgated Defense of Pakistan Ordinance (Ord. no XX111 of 1965) followed by … Continue reading →

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Appropriation of land of Journalist Goutam Das and Office Set Up of Awami League and Bangabandhu Club

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Protect Minorities in Bangladesh

A general diary (GD) has been filed at Vanga Police Station of Faridpur district. Family members of murdered journalist Goutam Das have filed the report. The allegations of general diary revealed that Awami League leaders, the ruling party, have appropriated … Continue reading →

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4 cases of minority persecution by Awami League 2011: Odhikar Annual Report

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Protect Minorities in Bangladesh

In January 2011, violence took place in Shailkupa under Jhenaidah district on January 13, 2011 after the municipal election. The supporters of Awami League backed candidate Toiyabur Rahman physically assaulted businessmen and forcefully locked  up their shops after Toiyabur Rahman … Continue reading →

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