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Home / News / India News / Photos / IN PHOTOS: Jaishankar holds all-party meeting amid Bangladesh crisis

IN PHOTOS: Jaishankar holds all-party meeting amid Bangladesh crisis

Updated On: 06 August, 2024 04:39 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting about the ongoing political situation in Bangladesh, assuring that India will provide all possible assistance to Sheikh Hasina, the embattled former PM of the country. Pics/ X & PTI

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting about the ongoing political situation in Bangladesh, assuring that India will provide all possible assistance to Sheikh Hasina, the embattled former PM of the country. Pics/ X & PTI

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed an all-party meeting about the ongoing political situation in Bangladesh, assuring that India will provide all possible assistance to Sheikh Hasina, the embattled former PM of the country. Pics/ X & PTI

Jaishankar`s assurance comes as Hasina has moved to India following her resignation amid mounting protests in her home country.

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Jaishankar`s assurance comes as Hasina has moved to India following her resignation amid mounting protests in her home country.

During the all-party meeting, Jaishankar said it was important to protect minorities in Bangladesh. He informed the leaders that the Indian government is in constant touch with the Bangladesh Army and is closely monitoring the situation to take appropriate action when necessary.

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During the all-party meeting, Jaishankar said it was important to protect minorities in Bangladesh. He informed the leaders that the Indian government is in constant touch with the Bangladesh Army and is closely monitoring the situation to take appropriate action when necessary.

Jaishankar highlighted that there are around 20,000 Indian nationals in Bangladesh, and efforts are underway to ensure their safety. So far, 8,000 Indian nationals have returned home, and the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh remains operational to assist those still in the country, said S Jaishankar.

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Jaishankar highlighted that there are around 20,000 Indian nationals in Bangladesh, and efforts are underway to ensure their safety. So far, 8,000 Indian nationals have returned home, and the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh remains operational to assist those still in the country, said S Jaishankar.

Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, inquired about India`s long-term and short-term strategies in response to the Bangladesh crisis. Gandhi also questioned the possible involvement of foreign entities, to which the government responded that all angles are being investigated.

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Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, inquired about India`s long-term and short-term strategies in response to the Bangladesh crisis. Gandhi also questioned the possible involvement of foreign entities, to which the government responded that all angles are being investigated.

Responding to it, Jaishankar stated that the situation is evolving, and the government will continue to analyse it. 

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Responding to it, Jaishankar stated that the situation is evolving, and the government will continue to analyse it. 

Jaishankar expressed appreciation for the unanimous support and understanding from all parties during the meeting. 

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Jaishankar expressed appreciation for the unanimous support and understanding from all parties during the meeting. 

Bangladesh is experiencing significant political unrest following Sheikh Hasina`s resignation. The protests, initially led by students demanding an end to the quota system for government jobs, escalated into broader anti-government demonstrations.

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Bangladesh is experiencing significant political unrest following Sheikh Hasina`s resignation. The protests, initially led by students demanding an end to the quota system for government jobs, escalated into broader anti-government demonstrations.

In response to the political crisis, leaders of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement in Dhaka have proposed an interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus. This suggestion aims to address the ongoing challenges in Bangladesh and provide a temporary solution until stability is restored.

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In response to the political crisis, leaders of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement in Dhaka have proposed an interim government led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus. This suggestion aims to address the ongoing challenges in Bangladesh and provide a temporary solution until stability is restored.

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