The recent report of the Bangladesh Mahila Parishad concludes that, in 2018, there have been almost 950 reported cases of rape, among which 182 were gang rapes. There have been at least five cases of rape or attempted rape just within the first five days of 2019. While the number of reported cases is already staggering, undoubtedly the actual number is much higher -- as many such cases are never reported, the victims fearing social stigma and potential persecution. A 2017 report suggests that the disposal rate of rape cases in the Dhaka Court was less than 50% with a desecrating conviction rate of only 0.77%. This will only worsen the situation for the victim, the family, and society as a whole.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 10, 2019 15:22 UTC