Archive · 2 Aug 2026
Bangladesh Court Grants Bail to Hindu Monk, Still Imprisoned
A Hindu monk named Chinmoy Krishna Das was arrested in Bangladesh in November 2024 for allegedly disrespecting the flag, which caused protests.
The High Court gave him bail in two of the cases, but he still has to stay in jail because of four other serious charges like murder and treason.
India was worried about his safety and asked Bangladesh to protect minorities.
The court’s decision does not mean he will be released right away.
Earlier attempts to get him out were denied or put on hold.
Bangladesh High Court granted bail to Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in two cases.
He remains in jail because of four other pending cases, including murder and treason charges.
His November 2024 arrest on sedition charges over alleged flag disrespect sparked protests and communal tensions.
India expressed deep concern and urged Bangladesh to protect minorities.
The bail decision does not guarantee immediate release; earlier bail petitions were rejected or stayed.
- Who
- Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk and rights leader
- What
- Granted bail in two cases by Bangladesh's High Court
- When
- August 2024
- Where
- Bangladesh High Court, Dhaka
- Why
- Arrested on sedition charges; bail granted but other cases keep him in jail
- Name
- Chinmoy Krishna Das
- Nationality
- Bangladeshi
- Occupation
- Hindu monk and rights leader
- Charges
- Sedition, murder, treason, vandalism
- Bail Granted
- Yes, in two cases
- Current Status
- In jail pending other cases
- Date of Bail
- August 2024
