Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Bangladesh Witnesses Rise in Sexual Violence Against Women and Girls
In Bangladesh, during a short period, there's been a big increase in reports of sexual violence.
A human rights group said that over 300 cases were officially recorded in just a few months, and most of the victims were young girls.
This information came from another human rights organization.
The group has taken legal action because they believe many crimes go unreported and unpunished, especially for minority women and girls.
They suggest the real number of cases might be much higher than what's been officially reported.
HRCBM reports a drastic rise in sexual violence cases in Bangladesh.
Over 342 cases of sexual violence were officially registered in under 3 months.
87% of the victims were minors.
Data provided by Dhaka-based human rights organization Ain O Salish Kendra (AsK).
HRCBM filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) before the High Court.
- Who
- Women and girls, particularly those from Hindu and other religious minority communities.
- What
- A drastic rise in cases of sexual violence, especially against Hindu women and girls.
- When
- During the first quarter of the year.
- Where
- Bangladesh
- Why
- The article does not explicitly state the cause of the rise.
Governmental actions
Not applicable
Government inaction
Governmental actions
The government is not taking enough action against sexual violence.
Not applicable
The article does not describe the opposing view.
- Reported by
- Human Rights Congress for Bangladesh Minorities (HRCBM)
- Cases Registered
- Over 342
- Timeframe
- Less than 3 months
- Victim Demographics
- 87% minors
- Data Source
- Ain O Salish Kendra (AsK)