Hardline Ideology Spreads in Bangladesh: A Ticking Time Bomb for Social Cohesion The repatriation of two Bangladeshi construction workers from Singapore has reignited a debate over the growing influence of hardline religious ideologies in Bangladesh.
The government claims to be committed to fighting extremism, but the rise of hardline rhetoric and actions on the ground raises concerns about the country's ability to balance its commitment to pluralism with Islamist demands.
Since the 2024 uprising that ended former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's rule, Bangladesh has seen a significant increase in hardline religious rhetoric, particularly online.