In the wake of the horrific lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh, Indian-origin Congressman Ro Khanna has strongly condemned the act, labeling it a "vile act of hatred and bigotry". Das, a Hindu garment factory worker, was killed by a mob on December 18, 2025, after being accused of making derogatory remarks about Islam during a World Arabic Language Day event at the Pioneer Knit Composite Factory where he worked.

Reports indicate that the allegations against Das quickly spread throughout the factory and surrounding areas, leading to a large mob gathering and demanding that he be handed over. The mob then attacked Das, beating him, hanging him from a tree, and setting him on fire. Videos circulating on social media purportedly showed the mob chanting Islamic slogans during the attack.

The incident has sparked global outrage and has strained relations between India and Bangladesh. Khanna has urged the international community to denounce such acts of hatred and bigotry, echoing concerns raised by the United Nations regarding violence against minorities. The U.S. State Department has also condemned the killing, describing it as "horrific" and calling on the Bangladeshi government to protect its minority communities. A State Department spokesperson affirmed the U.S.'s support for religious freedom, freedom of expression, and peaceful assembly, further stating that the U.S. "unequivocally condemns religious violence in all its forms".

The lynching occurred against a backdrop of escalating violence in Bangladesh, following an attack on Sharif Osman Hadi, a youth leader who died on December 18, 2025, from gunshot wounds he sustained during an assassination attempt. Hadi's death sparked violent protests and attacks on media offices, cultural institutions, and Indian diplomatic missions.

India has expressed grave concern over the "unremitting hostilities" against minorities in Bangladesh, demanding punishment for those involved in Das's lynching.

Das's brother, Apu Chandra Das, has filed a case with Bhaluka Police Station against 140-150 unnamed individuals. Seven individuals have been arrested in connection with the lynching, but the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) has stated that there is no direct evidence of "religious defamation" in the case and that no one personally heard or witnessed anything related to religious defamation.

The incident has led to protests in Bangladesh and India. The U.S. government has stated that it welcomes measures taken by the Bangladeshi government to ensure the safety and security of all communities in Bangladesh and that it is monitoring the situation closely.