Bangladesh denies security risks after India recalls diplomats' family members
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Moneycontrol29-01-2026, 08:14

Bangladesh Rejects India's Security Concerns Over Diplomat Family Recall

  • Bangladesh stated there is no security threat warranting India's decision to recall diplomats' families ahead of the February 12 general elections.
  • Foreign Affairs Adviser Md Touhid Hossain said Dhaka was not formally informed of any specific threats by New Delhi.
  • India advised family members of its officials in Dhaka, Khulna, Chattogram, Rajshahi, and Sylhet to return home as a precautionary measure.
  • Hossain viewed India's move as an internal matter, stating Bangladesh would not interfere with how New Delhi manages its diplomatic staff.
  • Indian officials confirmed the move was limited to dependents and diplomatic operations in Bangladesh would continue normally.

Why It Matters: Bangladesh asserts no security threat exists, despite India recalling diplomats' families as a precautionary measure.

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