Rabindra Ghosh to defend Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh court

economictimes.indiatimes.com December 22, 2024, 07:01 PM UTC

Rabindra Ghosh, a 70-year-old lawyer, is set to defend Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in a Chattogram court on January 2. Ghosh plans to appeal to the Supreme Court if he faces further obstacles in lower courts. Ghosh has encountered difficulties in filing a bail petition for Das, who was arrested amid claims of human rights violations. He asserts that he is legally authorized to practice law in Bangladesh and has faced criticism for representing Das. Despite his age and health issues, Ghosh remains committed to the case. He emphasizes his dedication to human rights and his status as a freedom fighter, distancing himself from political affiliations.


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