Bangladesh Radicalisation Raises Concerns About Security Spillover Into India

Former Bangladesh Foreign Minister A.K. Abdul Momen urged the United Nations to intervene in what he called a worsening political and security situation.

Momen cited alleged growth in jihadi extremism, radicalisation and weapons proliferation, especially in rural Bangladesh.

He also requested a UN audit of alleged human rights abuses, custodial deaths and prison overcrowding, including claims involving about 400,000 detainees.

Indian intelligence sources warned that instability, looted weapons and extremist networks could create security risks near the Siliguri Corridor and India’s northeastern states.

Agencies are monitoring groups including Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh, Neo-JMB and Ansarullah Bangla Team, as well as possible links to wider transnational jihadist networks.],

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A former Bangladesh foreign minister has asked the United Nations to examine what he says is a serious security and political problem in Bangladesh. He is worried about extremist ideas, weapons and alleged mistreatment of prisoners. The article says these allegations, including a claim about 400,000 detainees, still need independent checking. Indian security agencies are watching the situation closely because Bangladesh is next to India. They fear stolen or smuggled weapons could reach criminal or insurgent groups in India. They are also monitoring several Bangladesh-based extremist organizations. Officials worry that extremist activity could increase tensions between communities. The article says instability near the Siliguri Corridor could be especially sensitive for India. It remains a question whether the problems inside Bangladesh will spread across the border.