’One Muslim Family Safe Among 100 Hindu Families, But 50 Hindu Families Not Safe...' CM Yogi Adityanath Opens Up on Muslim Safety in India Vs Minority Atrocities in Bangladesh

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has once again sparked a debate on religious safety and minority treatment by drawing a comparison between India and Bangladesh. Speaking on the current state of religious harmony, CM Yogi remarked,

"One Muslim family lives safely among 100 Hindu families, but 50 Hindu families cannot feel safe among 100 Muslim families. Bangladesh is a prime example of this."

100 हिंदू परिवारों के बीच में एक मुस्लिम परिवार सुरक्षित रहता है...

लेकिन 100 मुस्लिम परिवारों के बीच में 50 हिंदू परिवार सुरक्षित नहीं रह सकते हैं...

बांग्लादेश इसका उदाहरण है। pic.twitter.com/u1JHijmBld

— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) March 26, 2025

His statement, which comes amid rising discussions on religious tolerance and persecution of minorities, has triggered varied reactions across political and social circles.

CM Yogi on Religious Harmony in India

CM Yogi emphasized that India has always been a land of religious harmony, where people of all faiths coexist. He pointed out that the majority Hindu population in India has always ensured the safety and well-being of minority communities, allowing them to live freely without fear.

"No one can deny that a Muslim family in India enjoys complete safety and religious freedom, even when surrounded by a hundred Hindu families. However, can the same be said for Hindus living in a Muslim-majority area? History and current events in Bangladesh provide the answer," he added.

Bangladesh as an Example

Drawing a parallel with Bangladesh, CM Yogi claimed that Hindu families in Bangladesh face constant threats, violence, and persecution, forcing many to flee or convert. He pointed to reports of attacks on Hindu temples, forced conversions, and property grabs as evidence of the challenges faced by Hindus in the neighboring country.

He also mentioned past incidents, including the vandalism of Durga Puja pandals and attacks on Hindu businesses, which have raised concerns about the safety of minorities in Bangladesh.

Reactions to CM Yogi’s Statement

His remarks have sparked a political debate, with supporters backing his stance on minority safety in India, while critics accuse him of communalizing the issue for political gains. Opposition leaders have argued that such statements deepen divisions instead of promoting unity.

What’s Next?

With elections around the corner, CM Yogi’s strong remarks on religious safety and minority treatment could influence public sentiment and political discourse. Meanwhile, the BJP government continues to push its agenda of national security, religious freedom, and protection of Hindus worldwide.

As the debate unfolds, the focus remains on ensuring religious harmony and safeguarding the rights of all communities in India and beyond.