India Urges Bangladesh to Protect Minority Rights Amidst Rising Attacks

India monitors incidents of attacks against minorities in Bangladesh, according to the government. The Ministry of External Affairs expects Bangladesh's interim government to investigate thoroughly and bring perpetrators to justice. The safety of minorities is consistently raised with Bangladesh by India at various levels.

India is actively monitoring and documenting incidents of attacks against minorities in Bangladesh, the government announced to Parliament. This includes monitoring attacks on individuals, their homes, businesses, and places of worship.

During a session in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, emphasized India's expectation that Bangladesh's interim government will thoroughly investigate such incidents and ensure perpetrators are brought to justice.

India raises the issue of safety and security for minorities consistently with Bangladeshi authorities at all levels, reinforcing that the protection of all citizens in Bangladesh, including minorities, primarily lies with their government.