Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Delhi Press Meet on Bangladesh Canceled: A Curious Case
A press conference planned in Delhi to discuss issues in Bangladesh was unexpectedly called off.
The organizers said it was because of a plane crash.
However, some people believe that the Bangladesh government might have been involved in the cancellation.
This event happened near the anniversary of a former leader's departure from the country, and it has led to questions about the relationships between the countries.
A press conference in Delhi about alleged atrocities in Bangladesh was canceled at the last minute.
The event was organized by the US-based Bangladesh Human Rights Watch (BHRW).
The organizers stated the cancellation was due to a recent plane crash in Bangladesh.
Sources suggest the Bangladesh High Commission may have influenced the cancellation.
The incident occurred near the anniversary of former PM Sheikh Hasina's exile.
- Who
- Organized by Bangladesh Human Rights Watch (BHRW).
- What
- Cancellation of a press conference in Delhi discussing human rights issues in Bangladesh.
- When
- Wednesday evening, July 24, 2025.
- Where
- Press Club of India, Delhi.
- Why
- Official reason: Respect for plane crash victims. Potential reason: Influence from Bangladesh High Commission.
Official Explanation
Unofficial Explanation
Cause of Cancellation
Official Explanation
The press conference was postponed to honor the victims of the plane crash.
Unofficial Explanation
The Bangladesh High Commission may have influenced the cancellation.
- Event Organizer
- Bangladesh Human Rights Watch (BHRW)
- Location
- Press Club of India, Delhi
- Scheduled topic
- Military atrocities in Gopalganj and genocide in Bangladesh
- Cancellation Reason
- Respect for plane crash victims (official); potential government influence (unofficial)
- Former PM
- Sheikh Hasina (in exile)