India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) criticized the interim government of Bangladesh, led by Muhammad Yunus, for shifting blame regarding recent violence against minorities in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized the need for the Bangladeshi government to introspect and investigate local extremist actions rather than deflecting responsibility onto external entities, such as India. This statement came in response to allegations made by Bangladeshi officials suggesting foreign involvement in the unrest. The MEA pointed to escalating violence and human rights abuses against indigenous people, calling for accountability and support for minority communities facing persecution. This situation reflects broader regional concerns about governance and minority rights in Bangladesh, which may affect India’s diplomatic and strategic interests in South Asia.