Bangladesh crisis spills over South Asia |
Bangladesh has been passing through a political crisis since the resignation of the Sheikh Hasina government last year. This situation has caused regional tensions. A series of riots, arson attacks, and political unrest swept across Bangladesh from December 18 to 20, 2025, following the assassination of Osman Hadi, the spokesperson of Inqilab Moncho. Hadi was shot on December 18 and succumbed to his injuries the same day.
Over the past year, India has faced challenges stemming from Dhaka’s weakened security cooperation. This instability has been tied to deep-rooted historical anti-India sentiment. Recent political unrest in Bangladesh carries significant regional implications, potentially destabilising neighbouring countries such as India, China, and Pakistan, while also affecting regional security and economic stability. Diplomatic ties between Delhi and Dhaka have reached a critical juncture, with Dhaka suspending visa and consular services at its missions in New Delhi and Agartala. India has also suspended visa services at its Chittagong centre in Bangladesh following widespread violent protests.
New Delhi and Dhaka summoned each other’s envoys earlier last week in a tit-for-tat move to express concern over the situation. India’s security concerns regarding instability in Bangladesh are raising fears of broader regional complications involving China and Pakistan.
The situation also........