Proloy Chaki, a 60-year-old renowned Hindu musician and the cultural affairs secretary of the Awami League's Pabna district unit, died on Sunday night, January 11, 2026, while in custody at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital in Bangladesh. He had been transferred there from Pabna District Jail. Chaki was arrested on December 16, 2025, from his residence in Pabna. Authorities stated his arrest was in connection with a case related to an explosion during the 2024 anti-discrimination student movement, also known as the 'July Uprising,' which led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. His family, however, claims he was not named in any case at the time of his arrest and that the charges were fabricated. His death has ignited controversy, with his family and the Awami League alleging gross negligence, denial of timely and proper medical treatment, and even mental and physical torture during his detention. His son, Sony Chaki (also referred to as Sunny Chaki), stated that despite his father suffering from multiple chronic health issues, including diabetes and heart disease, he did not receive adequate care in jail, and the family was not officially informed of his deteriorating condition. Conversely, Pabna Jail Superintendent Md Omar Faruk denied these allegations, asserting that Chaki had long-standing health problems and died of a cardiac arrest after receiving medical attention, initially at Pabna General Hospital, before being moved to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. Chaki's death occurs amidst a turbulent political climate in Bangladesh, characterized by widespread arrests of Awami League leaders and activists following the interim government's assumption of power. It also comes amid reports of targeted attacks and rising violence against religious and ethnic minorities. The incident has intensified concerns over political repression, human rights, and the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, prompting calls for accountability and independent inquiry into custodial conditions.