The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has been organising prayer meetings and kirtans at its Albert Road centre in Kolkata since the last few days, demanding the release of Das and expressing concern over the plight of religious minorities in the neighbouring nation.Bangladesh’s minority Hindus, which constitute about 8 per cent of the 170 million population, have reportedly faced over 200 attacks in 50-odd districts since the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League government on August 5.Das, a Hindu spiritual leader, was arrested in Bangladesh in a sedition case.He was denied bail by a court, triggering protests by community members in various locations, including capital Dhaka and the port city of Chattogram.Meanwhile, cargo movement at the Petrapole border remained normal on Monday, officials said.”On an average, 400 trucks are going to Benapole border (Bangladesh), and around 150 trucks are entering India.Additionally, 5,000-6,000 people are crossing the border daily, though this number is down from the usual 7,000-8,000,” a senior official said.
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