India Shuts Two Bangladesh Visa Centres Amid Security Concerns, Diplomatic Tensions Rise

• India closed two Visa Application Centres in Rajshahi and Khulna, Bangladesh, citing the prevailing security situation.
• The move follows India summoning Bangladesh's High Commissioner over threats to its Dhaka mission and inflammatory anti-India statements by Bangladeshi leaders.
• A National Citizen Party (NCP) leader reportedly threatened to 'sever the seven sisters' (India's northeastern states) from India.
• India emphasized its commitment to peace and stability in Bangladesh and expects the interim government to ensure the safety of diplomatic missions.
• Relations have been strained since the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government took power, with India also concerned about attacks on minorities.

Why It Matters: India closed visa centres in Bangladesh due to security, highlighting rising diplomatic tensions and concerns.