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Diplomatic and consular properties should not be targeted under any circumstances, says MEA
The Indian government is strengthening security arrangements after a breach of the premises of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, Tripura, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday (December 2, 2024).
Describing the incident as “deeply regrettable,” the MEA said security arrangements were being stepped up for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and their Deputy/Assistant High Commissions in the country.
“The incident earlier today of the breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala is deeply regrettable. Diplomatic and consular properties should not be targeted under any circumstances,” the MEA said in a statement.
“Government is taking action to step up security arrangements for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and their Deputy/Assistant High Commissions in the country,” the MEA added.
Security of the premises of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala was breached on Monday, during a protest reportedly organised by the ‘Hindu Sangharsh Samity”. According to news reports, they were protesting against the arrest of Hindu priest and religious minority leader Chinmoy Krishna Das by the interim government of Bangladesh last month.
Das was arrested in Dhaka in connection with a sedition case filed against him in October after he led protests against atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. A court later denied bail to him.
The MEA had earlier condemned the arrest and subsequent denial of bail to Das and urged the Bangladeshi authorities to ensure the safety of Hindus and other minority groups in the country.
In a statement issued on November 26, 2024, the MEA pointed out that the incident followed multiple attacks on Hindus and other minorities by extremist elements in Bangladesh. There were several documented cases of arson and looting of minorities' homes and business establishments, as well as theft and vandalism and desecration of deities and temples, the MEA added..
The MEA went on to describe as “unfortunate” the fact that while perpetrators of these incidents remained free, charges were being pressed against a religious leader who was peacefully presenting legitimate demands. It also expressed concern over attacks on those protesting peacefully against the arrest of Das.
“It is unfortunate that while the perpetrators of these incidents remain at large, charges should be pressed against a religious leader presenting legitimate demands through peaceful gatherings. We also note with concern the attacks on minorities protesting peacefully against the arrest of Shri Das,” the statement said.
“We urge Bangladesh authorities to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities, including their right of freedom of peaceful assembly and expression,” the MEA stated.
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also highlighted India’s concerns during the weekly media briefing on November 29, 2024. “The interim government must live up to its responsibility of protecting all minorities,” Jaiswal stated, emphasising that India has consistently raised concerns with the Bangladeshi authorities about threats and targeted attacks on Hindus and other minorities.
Commenting on the legal proceedings against Das, Jaiswal said, “We expect that these processes will be dealt with in a fair, just, and transparent manner, ensuring full respect for the legal rights of all concerned,” he said. “We see ISKCON as a globally well-regarded organisation with a strong record of social service,” he remarked.
Describing the incident as “deeply regrettable,” the MEA said security arrangements were being stepped up for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and their Deputy/Assistant High Commissions in the country.
“The incident earlier today of the breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala is deeply regrettable. Diplomatic and consular properties should not be targeted under any circumstances,” the MEA said in a statement.
“Government is taking action to step up security arrangements for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and their Deputy/Assistant High Commissions in the country,” the MEA added.
Security of the premises of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala was breached on Monday, during a protest reportedly organised by the ‘Hindu Sangharsh Samity”. According to news reports, they were protesting against the arrest of Hindu priest and religious minority leader Chinmoy Krishna Das by the interim government of Bangladesh last month.
Das was arrested in Dhaka in connection with a sedition case filed against him in October after he led protests against atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh. A court later denied bail to him.
The MEA had earlier condemned the arrest and subsequent denial of bail to Das and urged the Bangladeshi authorities to ensure the safety of Hindus and other minority groups in the country.
In a statement issued on November 26, 2024, the MEA pointed out that the incident followed multiple attacks on Hindus and other minorities by extremist elements in Bangladesh. There were several documented cases of arson and looting of minorities' homes and business establishments, as well as theft and vandalism and desecration of deities and temples, the MEA added..
The MEA went on to describe as “unfortunate” the fact that while perpetrators of these incidents remained free, charges were being pressed against a religious leader who was peacefully presenting legitimate demands. It also expressed concern over attacks on those protesting peacefully against the arrest of Das.
“It is unfortunate that while the perpetrators of these incidents remain at large, charges should be pressed against a religious leader presenting legitimate demands through peaceful gatherings. We also note with concern the attacks on minorities protesting peacefully against the arrest of Shri Das,” the statement said.
“We urge Bangladesh authorities to ensure the safety and security of Hindus and all minorities, including their right of freedom of peaceful assembly and expression,” the MEA stated.
MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal also highlighted India’s concerns during the weekly media briefing on November 29, 2024. “The interim government must live up to its responsibility of protecting all minorities,” Jaiswal stated, emphasising that India has consistently raised concerns with the Bangladeshi authorities about threats and targeted attacks on Hindus and other minorities.
Commenting on the legal proceedings against Das, Jaiswal said, “We expect that these processes will be dealt with in a fair, just, and transparent manner, ensuring full respect for the legal rights of all concerned,” he said. “We see ISKCON as a globally well-regarded organisation with a strong record of social service,” he remarked.
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