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People waves Bangladeshi flags on top of the Ganabhaban, the Prime Minister’s residence, as they celebrate the resignation of PM Sheikh Hasina in Dhaka, Bangladesh, August 5, 2024. (Reuters)
India is closely monitoring the crisis in Bangladesh closely, focusing on protecting minority communities and ensuring former PM Hasina’s safety
The Indian government is currently in a “wait and watch” mode regarding the political turmoil in Bangladesh while maintaining close contact with the Bangladesh Army.
After the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid violent protests, India is focusing on the protection of minority communities in the wake of multiple attacks on Hindu temples across the country.
All-Party meeting
Asked about potential foreign influence during an all-party meeting, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said it is too early to draw any conclusions. “It is too early to rule in or rule out anything, but a Pakistani diplomat did change his social media profile picture to support the agitation in Bangladesh,” he added.
“Briefed an All-Party meeting in Parliament today about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh. Appreciate the unanimous support and understanding that was extended,” Jaishankar said in a post on the social media platform ‘X’.
Briefed an All-Party meeting in Parliament today about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh.Appreciate the unanimous support and understanding that was extended. pic.twitter.com/tiitk5M5zn
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 6, 2024
As the situation evolves, the Indian government has heightened security along its border with Bangladesh, responding to fears of spillover violence. The Border Security Force (BSF) has issued a high alert, and all train services between the two countries have been suspended indefinitely.
Hasina, who fled to India after her resignation, is reportedly in touch with Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval about the ongoing situation in Bangladesh. Indian officials are focused on ensuring that Hasina settles in India, allowing her time to recover and discuss her future plans.
With the military now in charge, the focus remains on restoring order in Bangladesh. The coming days will be critical as the nation navigates this political crisis. On Tuesday, the coordinators of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement announced that Nobel laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus will be the chief adviser to the interim government.
In a video posted on social media early Tuesday morning, Nahid Islam, one of the key coordinators of the movement, said that Prof Yunus has agreed to take on this crucial responsibility at the call of the student community to save the country, the Daily Star newspaper reported.
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