Archive · 23 Dec 2025
India-Bangladesh Tensions Escalate Over Student Safety
There are big problems between India and Bangladesh right now.
Some people in India are protesting because of bad things happening to Hindus in Bangladesh.
Because of this, Bangladesh stopped giving visas in India.
There are also many Indian students in Bangladesh who are scared because of the fights and protests there.
Some leaders in India are asking the government to help bring these students back home safely.
Both countries are talking to each other to try and make things better.
Bangladesh suspended visa services in Delhi and Agartala amid diplomatic tensions and protests.
Indian students in Bangladesh, including around 4,000 from Jammu and Kashmir, face safety concerns and are advised to hide their identities.
Protests in India, including in Delhi, Agartala, and Kolkata, were held against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh.
India rejected allegations of threats to Bangladeshi diplomats and reiterated its commitment to diplomatic safety.
The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association appealed to PM Modi for the safety and potential evacuation of Indian students in Bangladesh.
- Who
- Indian and Bangladeshi authorities, students, and protesters
- What
- Suspension of visa services and appeals for student evacuation amid unrest
- When
- Amid ongoing unrest in Bangladesh
- Where
- Bangladesh, India (Delhi, Agartala, Kolkata)
- Why
- Due to diplomatic tensions, protests, and safety concerns for Indian students
- Countries Involved
- India and Bangladesh
- Visa Services
- Suspended in Delhi and Agartala
- Indian Students
- Around 9,000 in Bangladesh, 4,000 from Kashmir
- Protests
- In Delhi, Agartala, and Kolkata
- Key Incidents
- Death of Dipu Chandra Das and Sharif Osman Bin Hadi
- Diplomatic Response
- India rejects threats, Bangladesh suspends services
- Student Safety
- Students advised to hide identity
- Evacuation Appeal
- JKSA writes to PM Modi for intervention
Sources
J&K Leader Imran Reza Ansari Appeals to MEA for Safe Return of Stranded Students From Bangladesh
"Want To Finish Exams And Go Home": Indian Medical Student In Bangladesh
Bangladesh suspends visa services in Delhi, Agartala amid diplomatic tensions
JK students body writes to PM Modi, seeks safety of Indian students amid protests in Bangladesh
India, Bangladesh Suspend Visa Operations Amid Unrest, Strained Ties
Indian Medical Students In Bangladesh Seek Help As Medical Body Appeals To PM Modi