India expressed deep regret over a serious incident that involved the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, Tripura. The event occurred when a large number of protesters entered the mission premises, causing significant concern among officials.
What Happened?
A rally, reportedly more than a million strong, was staged on Monday near Bangladesh mission in Agartala. It has been spurred by the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das from Bangladesh and incessant violence against the Hindus there. At the time of filing this report, over 50 individuals have breached the mission's premises in protest, sparking panic in the staff and officials working inside.
Indian Reaction
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed it "deeply regrettable." It reminded that the diplomats' premises should never be violated under any circumstances. After this incident, New Delhi has decided to take greater security measures at Bangladesh's all missions in India.
According to the statement given by the MEA:
"The incident earlier today of the breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala is deeply regrettable'',
She reiterated her commitment to safeguarding diplomatic properties. After this, the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi filed a formal protest regarding the breach.
Issues Arised
This incident has sent alarms regarding the safety of the diplomatic missions in India. The Bangladesh government has condemned the incidents and called upon Indian authorities to take immediate steps to prevent such violence against its missions in the future. They stated that these acts are a violation of international diplomatic norms and that there should be an investigation into how the situation reached this level.
Broader Context
Protests and subsequent breach form part of ongoing tensions related to the treatment of minorities in Bangladesh. India has previously aired its concerns over rising rhetoric of extremism and violence against Hindus in Bangladesh, particularly since recent political changes in the country. The relations between India and Bangladesh have been strained since an interim government took power in Bangladesh after the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina earlier this year.
The Concerns
While protests can be seen as a form of expressing grievances, they must be conducted peacefully and respectfully, especially when they involve diplomatic missions. The breach not only endangers diplomatic relations but also undermines efforts to address legitimate concerns regarding minority rights.
With inputs from agencies
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