MEA Slams 'Misleading Propaganda' on Bangladesh High Commission 'Security Scare'

• MEA categorically denied reports of a 'security scare' or breach attempt at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi on December 20.
• Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated 20-25 youth protested Dipu Chandra Das's killing and called for minority protection, dispersed by police.
• India reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety of foreign Missions/Posts as per the Vienna Convention.
• The incident comes amidst strained India-Bangladesh ties following anti-India protests after student leader Sharif Osman Hadi's assassination in Bangladesh.
• Bangladesh's interim government condemned Hadi's killing, declared mourning, and pledged an investigation ahead of national elections.

Why It Matters: India refutes 'security scare' claims at Bangladesh High Commission, citing protests over Dipu Chandra Das's killing.