Wed Mar 26 21:10:00 UTC 2025: ## India Raises Concerns Over Rising Factionalism and Violence in Bangladesh

**New Delhi, March 27, 2025** – India has expressed serious concerns over the escalating violence and rise of factional forces in Bangladesh, highlighting the release of Islamist extremists as a significant regional and global security threat. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed the Indian Parliament’s Standing Committee on External Affairs on Wednesday, coinciding with Bangladesh’s Independence Day, detailing the deteriorating situation.

Mr. Misri’s presentation emphasized the crucial role of Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker uz Zaman in attempting to maintain stability amidst widespread violence, including mob justice and attacks targeting religious minorities, particularly the Hindu community. General Zaman’s recent public address warning against the violence was cited.

The Committee expressed alarm over the Bangladesh interim government’s continued release of Islamist extremists, and the government’s failure to adequately address the systematic persecution of minorities. The Indian government, the Committee noted, is closely monitoring the situation and urging the interim government, led by Chief Advisor Professor Mohammed Yunus, to bring perpetrators to justice.

Despite the challenges, India and Bangladesh continue to cooperate on several military and security fronts, including the recent Bongosagar 2025 naval exercise. However, the concerns raised by Mr. Misri underscore a significant strain on bilateral relations, particularly given the timing of the briefing – Bangladesh’s Independence Day – and Professor Yunus’ concurrent visit to China.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day message to Bangladesh, emphasized the shared history and strong ties between the two nations while subtly reminding Dhaka of the need for mutual sensitivity. The contrasting messages – India’s expressed concerns and Professor Yunus’ visit to China – highlight the complexities of the evolving relationship between the two countries.

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