The number of rape cases in Bangladesh more than doubled in March 2025 compared to February. Additionally, incidents of rape and murder also increased. In March, a total of 428 cases of sexual harassment, attempted rape, and other forms of violence against women were reported, significantly higher than in the previous month.
The Manobadhikar Sangskriti Foundation (MSF) has reported a disturbing rise in violence across Bangladesh in September 2024, with a sharp increase in cases targeting women, children, minorities, and political activists. A total of 208 incidents of violence against women and children were recorded—70 more than August—including rape, gang rape, and sexual violence against girls with disabilities.
