Authorities in New Delhi have significantly enhanced security measures around the Bangladesh High Commission in the diplomatic enclave of Chanakyapuri. This move comes in response to the escalating and volatile unrest currently gripping Bangladesh, triggered by two major incidents.
Unrest in Bangladesh Triggers Delhi Precautions
The decision to step up vigilance follows the death of Inqilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman Hadi and the brutal mob lynching of another individual, Dipu Chandra Das. These events have sparked widespread protests and instability across Bangladesh, leading Indian security agencies to proactively secure the diplomatic mission in the capital.
Protesters Dispersed Near Embassy Premises
The heightened security was put to the test on Saturday night. According to officials, a group of protesters managed to reach near the embassy premises. Around 8-10 individuals arrived in 3-4 vehicles and assembled near the mission around 9 pm, where they began raising slogans.
Acting swiftly, the Delhi Police personnel present at the location intervened. The cops successfully removed the protesters from the area to prevent any potential breach of security or diplomatic disturbance. The situation was brought under control promptly.
Paramilitary and Police Deployed for Enhanced Security
To ensure robust protection, the security deployment is not limited to the local police. Paramilitary units have been stationed alongside police forces outside the Bangladeshi embassy, forming a multi-layered security cordon. This deployment aims to deter any further attempts at agitation and to safeguard the diplomatic compound and its personnel.
The Indian authorities are closely monitoring the situation, understanding the potential for local spillover effects of the tensions originating in Bangladesh. The security measures are deemed a standard precautionary protocol for diplomatic missions during periods of instability in the home country.
