Muhammad Yunus, the once-celebrated economist and founder of Grameen Bank, now appears to be at the centre of a calculated and insidious strategy aimed at destabilizing India. Far removed from the image of a Nobel Laureate advocating for microfinance and social uplift, Yunus has seemingly shifted his focus to exploiting regional tensions for political ends.
His chosen weapon: the persecution of the Hindu minority in Bangladesh.
This strategy is not just an act of violence or bigotry; it is a deliberate attempt to strike at the core of India's socio-political fabric. By targeting Hindus in Bangladesh, Yunus has found a way to provoke India without inviting direct retaliation, all the while sowing seeds of discord that could weaken Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's domestic standing.
TARGETING OF BANGLADESHI HINDUS
The Hindu minority in Bangladesh has historically faced systemic discrimination and violence, often becoming the scapegoat for political and social unrest. These attacks are not new, but Yunus' alleged involvement gives them a new, more dangerous dimension. By either orchestrating or enabling these acts of violence, Yunus aims to create a ripple effect that extends far beyond Bangladesh's borders.
For many Indians, the plight of Bangladeshi Hindus resonates deeply. The shared cultural and religious ties evoke a sense of kinship, and any attack on this community feels like an attack on their own.
Yunus' strategy exploits this emotional connection, using the suffering of Bangladeshi Hindus as a trigger for outrage in India.
LIMITS OF INDIA'S RESPONSE
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