Congressman Landsman Introduces Resolution Recognizing 1971 Bangladesh Massacres as Genocide

Congressman Greg Landsman has introduced H.Res. in the House to formally recognize the 1971 Bangladesh massacres as genocide, specifically targeting Hindus by the Pakistani Army. The resolution condemns the violence of Operation Searchlight, which began on March 25, 1971, and calls for justice for the estimated millions killed and 200,000 women violated. It urges the President to designate these acts as genocide and highlights ongoing concerns for Bangladesh's minorities.

Published Mar 22, 2026

Congressman Greg Landsman has introduced H.Res. in the House to formally acknowledge the 1971 Bangladesh massacres as genocide, which involved the Pakistani Army targeting Hindus. The resolution condemns Operation Searchlight, launched on March 25, 1971, and details the violence perpetrated against Bengalis, especially Hindus, through killings, rapes, and deportations.

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It calls for the President to officially designate these acts as genocide and highlights ongoing threats to minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindus. The resolution cites significant statistics, noting that Hindus comprised 80% of the victims despite being only 20% of the population.