Violence, Atrocities Against Minorities In Bangladesh Cannot Simply Be Wished Away: MEA

India has once again raised concerns over the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, urging the interim government in Dhaka, led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, to take strong action against perpetrators of violence.

The issue came up during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent meeting with Yunus on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.

PM Modi highlighted the need to ensure the safety of minorities in Bangladesh, especially Hindus, and called for thorough investigations into reported atrocities.

“We have conveyed our concerns regarding the treatment of minorities and the kind of violence that has happened against them,” Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during a media briefing in New Delhi on Wednesday.

He further added, “This cannot simply be dismissed as political or media-driven. We hope the Bangladesh government acts against those responsible.”

This meeting marked the first high-level in-person discussion between the two countries since the Awami League government, led by Sheikh Hasina, stepped down and the interim setup under Prof Yunus took charge last August.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that PM Modi urged the Bangladesh side to avoid rhetoric that could worsen the situation and emphasized India’s belief in resolving issues through dialogue.

Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to supporting a democratic, stable, peaceful, and inclusive Bangladesh.

PM Modi also noted the long-standing partnership between the two nations, built on mutual trust and tangible cooperation.

On border issues, he stressed the need to curb illegal crossings, especially at night, and called for the revival of bilateral mechanisms to address shared concerns.

India’s call reflects growing unease over rising incidents of minority-targeted violence in Bangladesh and signals a firm stand on ensuring protection for all communities.

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