Fri Dec 13 17:32:32 UTC 2024: ## India-Bangladesh Tensions Rise Amidst Reports of Religious Atrocities
**Kolkata, December 13, 2024** – Tensions between India and Bangladesh escalated on Friday following reports of atrocities against religious minorities in Bangladesh. The situation has been inflamed by the recent arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das on sedition charges.
BJP leader Dilip Ghosh criticized Bangladesh, asserting India’s superior military strength and calling for an end to extremism. He claimed Bangladesh’s survival depends on India’s support, using inflammatory language to compare the two nations’ militaries.
Trinamool Congress leader and West Bengal Minister Firhad Hakim echoed the criticism, highlighting India’s role in Bangladesh’s formation and expressing disappointment over a perceived lack of gratitude from the Bangladeshi government.
Meanwhile, the Border Security Force (BSF) apprehended two elderly Bangladeshi women attempting to enter India, reportedly seeking refuge due to the ongoing turmoil and safety concerns for Hindus in their country. The BSF also recently apprehended a 15-year-old girl and a 21-year-old man attempting to cross the border illegally. These incidents underscore the growing humanitarian crisis linked to the escalating tensions. The apprehended individuals are currently in judicial custody. The statements from both Indian political parties reflect a growing concern over the situation in Bangladesh and its potential impact on India.
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