The Foreign Ministry spokesperson said, “The interim government of Bangladesh should shoulder the responsibility of protecting all minorities…”

New Delhi: India on Friday said that the interim government of Bangladesh should fulfill its responsibility of protecting all minorities. At the same time, it expressed serious concern over the increasing incidents of extreme rhetoric and violence in the neighboring country. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India has raised concerns with the Bangladesh government about threats and “targeted attacks” against Hindus and other minorities. The issue has been raised consistently and strongly. He said, “Our stand on this matter is clear. The interim government should fulfill its responsibility to protect all minorities. Jaiswal said in the weekly press conference, “We are concerned about the increasing incidents of aggressive rhetoric, violence and incitement. These developments cannot be dismissed merely by saying that they are being exaggerated in the media.

“We once again call on Bangladesh to take all steps to protect minorities,” he said. On the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das by Bangladeshi authorities, Jaiswal said India has noted that the legal process in the case has not been completed. He said, “As far as the cases against individuals are concerned, we have found that legal processes are going on.” Jaiswal said, “We are hopeful that these processes will make the case just, fair and transparent.” In a proper way ensure full respect of the legal rights of all persons concerned

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