India Recalls Diplomats' Families From Bangladesh Ahead of Polls
India Recalls Diplomats' Families From Bangladesh Ahead of Polls
India shifts diplomats' dependents to non-family postings in Bangladesh as security concerns rise, while five missions stay fully operational.
India has decided to make Bangladesh a non-family posting for its diplomats due to security concerns, advising dependents of officials at the high commission and four assistant high commissions to return to India. The five missions in Chattogram, Khulna, Rajshahi and Sylhet will continue to operate at full strength.
The move, in the works for some time, comes in the wake of threats from extremist elements and other security concerns. It is described as one of the most stringent security measures for Indian diplomats.
There was no clarity on when the dependents would return or how many are affected.
As context, Pakistan has long been considered a no-children posting, underscoring the sensitivities around postings in the region. Officials say the decision is aimed at safeguarding personnel while keeping the missions running smoothly through the election period.
