India Withdraws Officials' Families from Bangladesh Amid Security Concerns

India has taken the precautionary step of recalling the families of its officials stationed in Bangladesh due to security concerns before the country's parliamentary elections. Despite the withdrawal, the Indian diplomatic mission and posts in Bangladesh will remain operational.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 20-01-2026 21:42 IST | Created: 20-01-2026 21:42 IST
India Withdraws Officials' Families from Bangladesh Amid Security Concerns
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In a significant diplomatic move, India has decided to bring back the families of its officials from Bangladesh, citing security concerns in the lead-up to the country's parliamentary elections.

The precautionary measure was announced by official sources on Tuesday, emphasizing the need to ensure the safety of dependents of the Indian diplomatic staff.

Despite this withdrawal, it has been confirmed that the Indian High Commission and other diplomatic posts in Bangladesh will continue their operations as usual.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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