Bangladesh has released photos of ten suspected terrorists and has shared the photos with the Indian government.It is believed that ten terror suspects might have sneaked into the Indian territory from Bangladesh. Since the Bangladesh attack on July 1, 2016, the Indian agencies are on high alert, especially in border areas.Security agencies have asked the citizen to be alert and report if any of these militants are located in Bengal or Assam.
- ISIS terrorists in India are planning to carry Dhaka styled attack. With the increased outspread of terror outfits in Bangladesh, Indian borders have become vulnerable to the militants.
- Earlier in a video clip, ISIS has warned India to be ready to experience such brutal terrorist attacks.
- Bangladesh is strategically good as from there ISIS can carry terror attacks on India. As per reports, ISIS terrorists in India can target crowded public places to target civilians and cause maximum casualties.
- Home Minister Rajnath Singh has already issued a high alert in states sharing borders with Bangladesh. Along with the government, the citizens are also asked to remain vigilant.
Bangladesh–India relations
- Bangladesh and India are South Asian neighbors. Generally relations have been friendly, although sometimes there are border disputes.
- The historic land boundary agreement was signed on 6 June 2015 which opened a new era in the relations and further stopped all irritants in ties.
- They are common members of SAARC, BIMSTEC, IORA and the Commonwealth.
- Bangladesh has a high commission in New Delhi with consulates in Mumbai and Kolkata.
- India has a high commission in Dhaka with a consulate in Chittagong. In a survey, 70% percent of Bangladeshis expressed a favorable opinion and perception of India