Protests have surged in Bangladesh following the assassination of Osman Hadi, a prominent anti-India activist and spokesperson for Inqilab Moncho, who succumbed to gunshot wounds on December 12. The unrest, which erupted in Dhaka and spread nationwide, has seen demonstrators targeting Indian diplomatic missions, raising concerns over politically motivated violence amid the run-up to the February 2026 elections. Former Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla characterized these protests as orchestrated efforts by anti-India factions, potentially exacerbating tensions as Hadi’s political significance had positioned him as a candidate in the upcoming elections. Amid widespread calls for justice and accountability, the interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, condemned the violence while intensifying security measures to maintain order. The situation reflects a deepening instability in Bangladesh, with broader implications for its democratic process and relations with India, as political ambitions collide with societal tensions and anti-India sentiments, complicating the regional geopolitical landscape.