Assam CM Raises Concern Over Illegal Bangladeshi Infiltration Amid Political Crisis

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma voiced concerns over illegal infiltration from Bangladesh, fearing the political turmoil may force people into India. He also warned against Bangladesh becoming a terrorist haven. Union Minister Piyush Goyal extended wishes for a smooth transition as Bangladesh faces a political shakeup, with Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus heading the interim government.

Amid the ongoing political turmoil in Bangladesh, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma raised concern on Wednesday over the illegal infiltration from Bangladeshi borders, stating that the situation could compel some people to come to India. "The incident in Bangladesh is concerning; there are two angles. One is that if such unrest continues, some people will be forced to come to India, so we have to secure our borders," Sarma said.

Sarma also voiced the possibility of Bangladesh becoming a safe ground for terrorist activities in the future. "During Sheikh Hasina's time, all terrorist groups from the north-east were removed from Bangladesh. For us, it will be a matter of concern; Bangladesh must not become a safe haven for such terrorists again. I hope the Indian government will stay in constant touch with the new government," the Assam Chief Minister stated.

Earlier on Wednesday, Union Minister Piyush Goyal also called the situation in Bangladesh concerning and extended his wishes for a smooth transition. Addressing the BIMSTEC Business Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) in Delhi, Goyal said, "We are all deeply concerned about the evolving situation in Bangladesh, and we wish the people of Bangladesh our best wishes for a smooth transition and a bright future," stated the Commerce and Industry Minister.

Bangladesh is facing a volatile political situation with Sheikh Hasina tendering her resignation amid mounting protests on August 5. The protests, primarily led by students demanding an end to the quota system for government jobs, have evolved into anti-government demonstrations. A day after Sheikh Hasina resigned and left the country, President Mohammed Shahabuddin announced the dissolution of parliament to form an interim administration, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has been appointed to head Bangladesh's interim government, the Dhaka Tribune reported.

The Bangladesh President's Press Secretary, Joynal Abedin, made the announcement. The decision regarding the interim government's head was made during a meeting between President Shahabuddin and the coordinators of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement.