EAM Dr. S Jaishankar Addresses Rajya Sabha on Bangladesh Situation

By A Staff Reporter

Delhi: Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on the situation in Bangladesh, External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar provided an update on the measures being taken to ensure the safety of Indian nationals. "We are in close and continuous touch with the Indian community in Bangladesh through our diplomatic missions. There are an estimated 19,000 Indian nationals there of which about 9,000 are students. The bulk of the students returned in July," he said.

Dr. Jaishankar also addressed concerns about the status of minorities in Bangladesh. "We are also monitoring the situation with regard to the status of minorities. There are reports of initiatives by various groups and organisations to ensure their protection and well-being. Naturally, we will remain deeply concerned till law and order is restored."

He highlighted the steps taken to enhance security along the border, stating, "Our border guarding forces have been instructed to be exceptionally alert in view of this complex situation. In the last 24 hours, we have been in touch with authorities in Dhaka."