Srinagar, Dec 23: PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Tuesday voiced deep concern over reports of harassment faced by Hindu women in Bangladesh, calling the situation “deeply disturbing.”
Taking to X, Mufti said, “Reports from Bangladesh alleging that Hindu women fear moving freely while wearing sindoor are deeply disturbing.”
She also highlighted a perceived moral dilemma for Indian authorities, pointing out that “lumpen elements” in India are reportedly forcibly removing hijabs from Muslim women. “Sadly, the Indian leadership appears to face a moral dilemma in raising this grave issue with Bangladeshi authorities, as lumpen elements at home are themselves seen forcibly pulling off the hijabs of Muslim women,” she said.
Mufti urged for a broader recognition of women’s rights and dignity, questioning, “In a world dominated by fanatics, who will truly stand up for the rights and dignity of women?”