India Vows Support Amid Bangladesh Crisis: Jaishankar Briefs All-Party Meeting

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting that India has assured help to ex-Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina following her arrival in India, while also ensuring the safety of Indian students in Bangladesh. Various leaders expressed solidarity with the government on the situation.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday briefed an all-party meeting in Parliament about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh, assuring support to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who arrived in India on Monday evening. According to sources, Jaishankar stated that the Indian government is giving Hasina time to decide her future steps.

During the meeting, questions were raised about the potential involvement of foreign governments in the unrest in Bangladesh. Jaishankar acknowledged the possibility but emphasized that the situation remains fluid. He also confirmed that India has spoken to the Bangladesh Army Chief to ensure the safety of over 10,000 Indian students in the country.

Various political leaders, including Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, conveyed their full cooperation with the government regarding the issue. The government is scheduled to make an official statement in both houses of Parliament. Meanwhile, senior leaders like Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah attended the meeting, expressing their support in addressing the situation.