The Education Adviser reiterated that the killing was a heinous criminal act with no justification and no place in Bangladeshi society. (Photo: X/@ChiefAdviserGoB ) Days after Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu man, was lynched by a mob, Bangladesh’s interim government’s Education Adviser CR Abrar met his family on Tuesday.
Das, a 27-year-old factory worker from Mymensingh, was beaten to death by a mob over alleged blasphemy, and his body was subsequently set on fire on December 18. The incident sparked widespread outrage and condemnation internationally, including in India, where protests are still continuing.
Education Adviser meets family of Dipu Chandra Das
In a social media post, the office of the Chief Adviser expressed profound sorrow over the killing and extended its deepest condolences to his family.
“On behalf of the government, Education Adviser Professor CR Abrar visited the bereaved family in Mymensingh on Tuesday to convey the government’s sympathy and assurance of support during this difficult time,” the post said.
During the visit, he spoke with Rabilal Das, the father of Dipu Chandra Das, among others.
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‘No place for such heinous acts’
The Education Adviser reiterated that the killing was a heinous criminal act with no justification and had no place in Bangladeshi society. Allegations, rumours, or differences of belief can never excuse violence, and no individual has the right to take the law into their own hands, he said.
Akbar also reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to the rule of law and assured the family that the authorities would investigate all alleged offences and ensure justice.
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Education Adviser visits Dipu Chandra Das’s family
Mymensingh, December 23, 2025: The Office of the Chief Adviser has expressed its profound sorrow over the killing of factory worker Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh and extended its deepest condolences to his family.
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— Chief Adviser of the Government of Bangladesh (@ChiefAdviserGoB) December 23, 2025
The interim government also confirmed financial and welfare assistance would be provided to the family of Das.
Killing of Dipu Chandra Das
A total of 12 people have been arrested in connection with the murder of Das.
Initial investigations have ruled out blasphemy allegations against Das and have pointed at possible workplace dispute, and the possibility of him getting a promotion may have incited some co-workers to make the baseless allegation that eventually led to the brutal murder.
