Raising the issue of atrocities on Hindus and Christians in Bangladesh, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday (16 December) urged the Government of India to take it up with India’s neighbour.
Speaking during Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha, Vadra said, “The government should raise the issue of atrocities on minorities, both Hindus and Christians, in Bangladesh. It should discuss this with the Bangladesh government and support those who are in pain”, reports The Hindu, Economic Times, Lokmat Times.
She also stated, "Today is Vijay Diwas. On this day, we taught Pakistan a lesson, leading to the creation of Bangladesh, thanks to Indira Gandhi's decisive leadership and our brave soldiers." She called on the Modi government to demonstrate similar resolve in safeguarding minorities in Bangladesh.
In her second Lok Sabha speech on Monday, Priyanka emphasised, "The government should have voiced its concerns over the atrocities against Hindus and Christians in Bangladesh. I also salute the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 1971 war, as well as the people of India, whose support was crucial in achieving victory when we stood alone, unheard in our plea for help from our Bengali brothers."
She further honored Indira Gandhi as a great martyr, noting her principled leadership during challenging times that led to India's success. She reiterated that the government must speak out against the violence faced by minorities in Bangladesh.
Additionally, Priyanka mentioned that a photo depicting the surrender of the Pakistani army had been removed today. She recalled the moment when 93,000 Pakistani soldiers surrendered to the Indian army, emphasising that the memory of that surrender still unsettles Pakistan.
