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East Bengal fans protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

Arnab Basu, vice-president of the East Bengal Fan Club, led the protest. Marking Human Rights Day, similar demonstrations were held by East Bengal fans across various districts in West Bengal.

SNS | Siliguri | December 11, 2024 12:20 pm

East Bengal fans protest against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh

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In response to recent unrest in Bangladesh and attacks on Hindus, particularly those linked to East Bengal Football Club, members of the East Bengal Fan Club staged a silent protest in Siliguri today. The demonstration raised concerns about the safety of their relatives still living in Bangladesh.

Arnab Basu, vice-president of the East Bengal Fan Club, led the protest. Marking Human Rights Day, similar demonstrations were held by East Bengal fans across various districts in West Bengal.

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The protesters called on the people of Bangladesh to remember the historical ties between the two nations. They expressed hope for a renewed spirit of harmony and mutual respect between India and Bangladesh.

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