Archive · 15 Dec 2025
India Rejects Bangladesh's Election Interference Claims
India and Bangladesh are having a disagreement.
Bangladesh said that some people who used to be in their government are now in India and are causing trouble for Bangladesh.
They want India to send these people back.
India said that it is not allowing any activities that would harm Bangladesh and wants Bangladesh to have fair and peaceful elections.
Bangladesh also wants India to stop these people from making speeches that cause problems.
India said it will not let its land be used for anything bad against Bangladesh and wants Bangladesh to keep things peaceful for the elections.
The Awami League, a political party in Bangladesh, has decided not to participate in the upcoming elections because they think the government in charge is not being fair.
India firmly rejected Bangladesh's claim that Indian territory was being used for activities hostile to Dhaka.
Bangladesh summoned the Indian High Commissioner over statements made by former prime minister Sheikh Hasina from India.
India reiterated its support for free, fair, inclusive, and credible elections in Bangladesh.
Bangladesh's interim government expressed concerns over 'incendiary' remarks made by Hasina and activities of certain Awami League members in India.
The Awami League has boycotted the upcoming elections, citing lack of neutrality in the interim government.
- Who
- India and Bangladesh
- What
- Diplomatic dispute over allegations of interference in Bangladesh's elections
- When
- December 14, 2025
- Where
- India and Bangladesh
- Why
- Bangladesh accused India of allowing activities against its interests; India denied the allegations and supported free and fair elections
Bangladesh's Stance
India's Stance
Use of Indian Territory
Bangladesh's Stance
Bangladesh claims India is allowing activities hostile to its interests from its soil.
India's Stance
India denies these allegations, stating it has never allowed its territory to be used against Bangladesh.
Election Participation
Bangladesh's Stance
Bangladesh expects India to extradite Sheikh Hasina and other fugitive Awami League members.
India's Stance
India supports free and fair elections in Bangladesh and expects the interim government to ensure internal law and order.
Election Boycott
Bangladesh's Stance
The Awami League has boycotted the upcoming elections, citing lack of neutrality in the interim government.
India's Stance
The interim government led by Muhammad Yunus plans to proceed with the elections despite the boycott.
- Countries Involved
- India, Bangladesh
- Main Issue
- Allegations of interference in Bangladesh's elections
- India's Stance
- Denies allegations, supports free and fair elections
- Bangladesh's Demand
- Extradition of Sheikh Hasina and Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal
- Key Figures
- Sheikh Hasina, Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal, Pranay Verma, Muhammad Yunus
- Date of Incident
- December 14, 2025
- India's Expectation
- Bangladesh to ensure internal law and order
- Election Date
- February 12, 2026
Sources
India rejects Dhaka’s charges after its envoy is summoned to foreign office
India strongly hits back at Dhaka, asserts ‘never allowed territory for activities against Bangladesh's interests'
Never allowed use of our territory against B'desh: India on Hasina remarks
India "Rejects" Bangladesh Claims, Reaffirms Support For Free, Fair Elections
India dismisses Dhaka’s allegations, says its soil not used for hostile acts
'Never allowed Indian territory for activities detrimental to Bangladesh’s interests,' says MEA, calls for free and fair elections
