Following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government in August 2024, Bangladesh witnessed a surge in misinformation, falsely depicting widespread communal violence against religious minorities. This comprehensive report, published by the South Asian Policy Initiative (SAPI), critically examines the disinformation campaign that sought to destabilise Bangladesh’s democratic transition. Through extensive research, fact-checking, and analysis, the report exposes how political reprisals against Awami League loyalists were deliberately misrepresented as communal attacks.

Drawing on credible sources, investigative findings, and global fact-checking agencies, this report dismantles false claims spread by vested interests, including Indian media outlets and Hindutva-aligned groups. It provides a fact-based narrative that highlights Bangladesh’s longstanding religious harmony and the resilience of its people against both internal propaganda and external manipulation. The report helps gain an in-depth understanding of the political motives behind this misinformation campaign and its impact on regional stability.