The Bangladesh High Court granted bail to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das after he had spent five months in detention. Das was arrested on November 25, 2024, on sedition charges related to an alleged incident of disrespecting the Bangladeshi flag during a Hindu rally. His arrest ignited protests among the Hindu community and raised concerns about the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh.

A former ISKCON leader and vocal critic of violence against Hindus, Das faced several bail rejections and reportedly suffered from health issues while in custody. His arrest occurred amid escalating violence against Hindus, particularly since the ousting of Sheikh Hasina’s government, which further strained Bangladesh-India relations. The Bangladesh government defended the charges, but the case highlights the ongoing struggles of Hindus in the country.