Dhaka, December 9, 2024 — A Bangladesh court has postponed the hearing for Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, also known as Chinmoy Prabhu, due to the absence of his lawyer. The monk, who was arrested on November 25 under sedition charges, had been accused of disrespecting Bangladesh’s national flag during a Hindu community rally. The bail hearing has now been rescheduled for January 2, 2025.
The delay in the hearing was caused by the unavailability of a lawyer, as Advocate Ramen Roy, who had been defending Das, was attacked and severely injured. Reports indicate that Roy is currently in critical condition in the ICU, allegedly due to an attack by Islamist groups. This development has further escalated tensions surrounding Das’s case.
The situation has led to widespread protests, particularly in India, where demonstrators breached the premises of the Bangladesh consulate in Agartala. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs condemned the incident, emphasizing that consular properties should remain protected under all circumstances.
