Relations between India and Bangladesh have soured significantly! Situation tense in Bangladesh following the murder of a Hindu youth! Mohammad Yunus has appealed to the US for help.
Yunus reiterated his commitment to hold the general election on February 12. Yunus said the interim government is committed to holding a fair and peaceful election, but he also accused Awami League supporters of obstructing the polls. Sharif Hadi's organization 'Inquilab Manch' gave a 24-hour ultimatum and warned of a mass movement if justice is not served. The organisation called for an investigation by international agencies.
The situation in Bangladesh has deteriorated sharply after the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi and the mob lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das. The incidents not only triggered widespread protests within the country but also plunged India-Bangladesh relations into another diplomatic crisis. The impact of this tense situation is being seen from Dhaka to Delhi. Visa services are suspended, questions are being raised about the security of embassies and concerns have also been raised internationally. Recent unrest in Bangladesh Protests erupted across the country after the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi in Dhaka. Hadi was one of the prominent faces of the protests in July last year. His death has heightened political tensions. Hadi's killing triggered anti-India slogans and protests, prompting the Bangladesh government to suspend visa services to India. The mob killing of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh over alleged blasphemy sparked outrage among the minority community. It was cited as an example of religious bigotry and administrative inaction.
Hindu religious organisations and minority rights groups protested outside the National Press Club in Dhaka. The protesters said that Dipu Das was killed on false charges. India summoned the Bangladesh envoy and lodged a strong protest over the security of minorities, threat to embassies and "misleading narrative." US Special Envoy Sergio Gore discussed the latest developments with Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Mohammad Yunus over phone. Yunus reiterated his commitment to hold the general election on February 12. Yunus said the interim government is committed to holding a fair and peaceful election, but he also accused Awami League supporters of obstructing the polls. Sharif Hadi's organization 'Inquilab Manch' gave a 24-hour ultimatum and warned of a mass movement if justice is not served. The organisation called for an investigation by international agencies.
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