2024-08-29 22:18:32
Dhaka: After the departure of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh, which is facing political instability and turmoil, is facing a big challenge, the impact of which on India cannot be denied. The influence of the radical Islamic political organization Hizb ut Tahrir (HuT) is increasing rapidly in Bangladesh. The goal of Hizb ut Tahrir is to re-establish the Islamic Caliphate and to impose Sharia all over the world. Hizb ut Tahrir was banned in Bangladesh in 2009, but after the departure of Sheikh Hasina and the formation of a caretaker government under the leadership of Mohammad Yunus, its supporters have become active. Rallies have been taken out in its support in many places including the capital Dhaka and there is a flood of posters supporting it.
Demand for Khilafat in Bangladesh
The New Indian Express quoted Professor Nazmul Ahsan Kalimullah, a political commentator from Dhaka, as saying that Hizb-ut-Tahrir is a well-established organisation comprising educated people. They have a presence in all sections of society in Bangladesh. On August 9, Hizb supporters held a rally in Dhaka, demanding the establishment of a Caliphate in Bangladesh based on Sharia law.
No relations with non-Muslim countries
The fanaticism of this organization can be understood from the fact that during the rally it also called for the expulsion of foreign companies and cancellation of strategic agreements with non-Muslim countries. This is not limited to statements. This organization also has supporters in the army. This organization does not believe in democracy and is against gender rights. Its thinking about women is very conservative.
Sleeper cells in India too
This organization has also made its presence felt in India. Indian agencies have arrested some members of the clandestinely active Hizb ut Tahrir, who appear to be expanding their network. Most of them are educated and propagate themselves through students. Arrests related to this have been made in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu. If this organization becomes strong in Bangladesh, it will also affect India, because its clandestinely active workers can establish contact with Bangladesh.