Join us as we welcome Deep Haldar, an acclaimed journalist and author who takes us on a journey into the heart of Hindu identity in Bangladesh. Together with co-author Abhishek Biswas, Deep paints an evocative portrait of a community grappling with the dualities of existence—thriving yet suppressing their identity amidst a backdrop of secular and religious tension. Their book, "Being Hindu in Bangladesh," chronicles not just historical events but breathes life into the stories of resilience and adaptation against a tapestry of cultural change. We discuss the inspirations behind the narrative, the significance of two Octobers that changed the course of Hindu lives in Bangladesh, and the delicate tightrope walk between flourishing and fading identities.

Wrapping up, we acknowledge the profound emotional ties to Bangladesh that fuel our dedication to capturing and sharing these multifaceted stories with the world.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction

02:30 - Inspiration Behind the Book

04:26 - Refugee Blood Inspires Book

06:03 - Challenges of Hindus in Bangladesh

09:11 - The Unextinguished Idea of East Pakistan

12:00 - Bangladesh, a complex society

13:38 - Navigating Secularism and Hardline Islam

17:03 - The Untold Stories of the Marichjhapi massacre

22:14 - Addressing the Uncertain Future of Hindus in Bangladesh

26:11 - The Imperative of Preserving Oral Histories

29:38 - The Role of Journalism in Highlighting Marginalized Voices

33:27 - Deep Haldar's Continued Journey Through Bangladesh

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