External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar convened an all-party meeting on Tuesday to address the escalating crisis in Bangladesh. Leaders from both the ruling National Democratic Alliance and the Opposition, including Rahul Gandhi, attended the session, where a unified stance in support of the government’s actions was reaffirmed.
Jaishankar took to X (formerly Twitter) to highlight the consensus, posting, “Briefed an All-Party meeting in Parliament today about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh. Appreciate the unanimous support and understanding that was extended.” He also shared images from the meeting held at Parliament House.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting on the issue, reflecting the seriousness with which the government is addressing the situation.
What Rahul Gandhi said At The Meeting?
At the all-party meeting, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, voiced concerns about the implications of recent events on India’s foreign policy. Despite his reservations, Gandhi expressed support for the government’s national interest measures. He raised questions about potential foreign involvement in the crisis and highlighted the dire situation of minorities in Bangladesh, citing reports of attacks on their properties.
In Bangladesh, the crisis reached a critical point as Sheikh Hasina resigned from her position as Prime Minister and departed Dhaka under military protection. Her departure followed heightened security concerns due to violent protests against her government’s job quota policies. The protests, which have resulted in numerous casualties among students and security personnel, have prompted the formation of an interim government, as announced by the country’s army.
As Hasina landed at Ghaziabad’s Hindon airbase and took refuge in a safe house, the international community continues to watch closely, with India’s response being closely scrutinized.
