‘My family and I are currently safe and secure’ – Litton Das quashes rumours of his house getting burnt down during Bangladesh protests

Litton Das. (Photo Source: MUNIR UZ ZAMAN/AFP via Getty Images)

Amid the ongoing socio-political turmoil characterized by heightened aggression towards the Awami League leaders and a pervasive sentiment of animosity against the government among the enraged populace, the situation in Bangladesh has been notably grim in recent weeks, with a marked escalation in violence.

On August 9, Litton Das posted in Bangla on his Facebook profile, addressing the circulating news and rumours regarding an alleged attack on his residence. He clarified that such reports, suggesting an assault on him and his family, were entirely baseless and that no such incident had occurred.

He also spoke about the foundational secular nature of his country, emphasizing that the primary objective should be for the nation to move forward collectively and strive for progress in all aspects, instead of spiralling down to low levels of needless barbarity. He unequivocally condemned the ongoing violence, praising the commendable efforts of his fellow citizens from Dinajpur (a city and district headquarters in the Rangpur Division) who have actively worked to protect each other amidst the pervasive aggression.

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Das expressed hope that the nation would remain united and ultimately rid itself of all forms of violence, reinforcing the importance of solidarity and peace for the country’s advancement.

Returning to cricketing matters and the adverse effects of the protests on the sport, many of the relatives, friends, and acquaintances of the Bangladeshi cricketers have been directly affected by the massive student demonstrations engulfing the country. Notably, Anamul Haque, a member of the Bangladesh A squad scheduled to face the Pakistan Shaheens in the upcoming days, has been deeply impacted by the loss of a close friend.

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Additionally, the protests have prompted significant discussions within the International Cricket Council and its representatives regarding the future of the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024. Originally slated to be held in Bangladesh in October, there are now deliberations on whether the tournament should be relocated due to the ongoing unrest.