The President of Bangladesh said, 'Bengali tradition and culture are intertwined with Durga Puja. That is why it is not a religious festival, it is a social festival. As a result of the union of all, it has become universal.'
Incidentally, idols are allegedly vandalized in many places in Bangladesh before Durga Puja. Along with this, threats were also made in several areas centered on Puja. A pavilion was attacked in Tantibazar area of ​​Dhaka during Puja. Several people were injured. Also, a gold crown gifted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was stolen from Jashoreshwari Kali temple in Satkhira. Delhi reacted strongly to this.
The Ministry of External Affairs also said that India is concerned about such incidents during Puja. The Ministry of External Affairs of India also said that such incidents took place following a special procedure. Along with this, the Ministry of External Affairs appealed to the government of that country to ensure adequate security arrangements for Hindus and other minorities living in Bangladesh. According to Bangladesh Police, 40 incidents have occurred there based on Puja. 17 people have been arrested in this incident.