India Summons Bangladesh Envoy Over 'Seven Sisters' Threat and Mission Security Concerns

India has issued a formal diplomatic protest after summoning Bangladesh's High Commissioner in New Delhi, Muhammad Riaz Hamidullah, over escalating anti-India rhetoric and security threats to the Indian High Commission in Dhaka.

The summons follows highly inflammatory remarks made by National Citizen Party (NCP) leader Hasnat Abdullah, who, at a recent rally, threatened that Dhaka would shelter hostile forces and help "sever India's 'seven sisters'"—a term referring to India's northeastern states—from the country. Abdullah's statement came during Bangladesh's 55th Victory Day celebrations.

India's Foreign Ministry conveyed its "strong concerns" regarding the deteriorating security environment in Bangladesh, specifically drawing attention to plans by "extremist elements" to create a security situation around the Indian Mission.

New Delhi also asserted that it completely rejects the "false narrative" being created by these extremist elements. India stated its disappointment that the interim government has not conducted a thorough investigation or shared evidence regarding recent incidents.

The Foreign Ministry reaffirmed India's commitment to friendly relations, peace, and stability in Bangladesh, reiterating its call for "free, fair, inclusive and credible elections." India further stressed that it expects the interim government to uphold its diplomatic obligations by ensuring the safety of all missions and posts in Bangladesh.