Archive · 28 Oct 2025
Zakir Naik's Visit to Bangladesh Sparks Controversy
Zakir Naik, who has been accused of promoting radical Islam and hate speech, is set to visit Bangladesh.
Previously, the government banned his TV channel after the 2016 Dhaka attack, due to alleged influence on attackers.
Now, the interim government has approved his visit.
During his month-long tour, he will give speeches across the country.
Naik is known for his anti-India stance, and has faced accusations in India.
He currently resides in Malaysia, and has been denied visas by Britain and Canada.
His visit is raising concerns among Indian agencies regarding the rise of radicalization in Bangladesh.
Zakir Naik is scheduled to visit Bangladesh for a month.
The interim government has approved Naik's visit.
Naik's Peace TV was previously banned by the government.
Naik faces charges of promoting hate speech in India.
The visit comes amidst concerns about rising radicalization.
- Who
- Zakir Naik, an Islamic preacher
- What
- Will visit Bangladesh for a month-long tour.
- When
- November 28 to December 20
- Where
- Bangladesh
- Why
- To deliver religious speeches.
Indian Authorities/Analysts
Bangladesh Interim Government
Naik's Visit
Indian Authorities/Analysts
Concerned about Naik's visit due to potential for radicalization.
Bangladesh Interim Government
Approves the visit for religious speeches.
Supporting Terror Groups
Indian Authorities/Analysts
Accuses Naik of supporting terror groups.
Bangladesh Interim Government
No stated position, but allowing the visit indicates tolerance.
- Visitor
- Zakir Naik
- Host Country
- Bangladesh
- Tour Duration
- November 28 to December 20
- Prior Ban
- Peace TV banned by previous government
- Charges
- Hate speech, inciting communal disharmony (India)
- Current Location
- Malaysia
