Abhijit Roy

Abhijit Roy was a well-known Bangladeshi-American blogger and secular activist, recognized for his outspoken critiques of religious fundamentalism. He was a prominent figure in advocating for free speech and rational discourse in Bangladesh. Tragically, Roy was murdered in 2015 by extremists in Dhaka, an event that shocked the nation and drew international condemnation, highlighting the perilous environment for writers and activists in the country.