Investigations into recent violence in Bangladesh have linked the “Dhaka Cell,” an alleged unit of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), to orchestrating unrest aimed at destabilizing India’s West Bengal and northeastern states. Created within the Pakistan High Commission, the cell reportedly involves military officers and has plans to incite chaos, particularly ahead of Bangladesh’s upcoming elections in February 2026. Intelligence sources suggest the ISI’s broader agenda includes establishing terror networks in India, seeking to exploit political turmoil in Bangladesh. Indian security officials affirm their preparedness to counter these threats, indicating a significant challenge ahead but expressing confidence in their capabilities to maintain stability.