New Delhi: India on Sunday rejected what it described as misleading reports circulated by sections of the Bangladesh media over a brief protest held outside the Bangladesh High Commission in the national capital, clarifying that there was no security breach or threat to the diplomatic mission.
Responding to queries, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said a small group of around 20 to 25 youths had gathered outside the High Commission on December 20 to protest the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh’s Mymensingh district and to seek protection for minorities in the neighbouring country. He stressed that the demonstration was short-lived and entirely peaceful.
Jaiswal said the protesters made no attempt to cross the security perimeter or create any disturbance. He added that police personnel deployed at the location dispersed the gathering within minutes and that visual footage of the incident is publicly available.
Reiterating India’s diplomatic responsibilities, the MEA spokesperson said the country remains fully committed to ensuring the safety and security of all foreign missions and diplomatic staff in line with international obligations under the Vienna Convention.
Meanwhile, Delhi Police has enhanced security arrangements around the Bangladesh High Commission as a precautionary measure amid continuing political and social unrest in Bangladesh. Officials said additional personnel have been deployed to prevent any untoward incident.
The clarification from New Delhi comes at a time of heightened regional sensitivity following reports of violence against minorities in Bangladesh, which have sparked protests and strong reactions both within India and abroad.
