All-Party Meet to Discuss Bangladesh Political Unrest – Government Briefs Opposition
The central government of India is set to convene an all-party meeting on August 6 to discuss the evolving situation in Bangladesh. The meeting was scheduled for 10 a.m. at Parliament House, and it was aimed to brief Opposition leaders on the developments in the neighboring country.
The session was attended by key government figures, including Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. Opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, representing Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha respectively, will also be present.
Briefed an All-Party meeting in Parliament today about the ongoing developments in Bangladesh.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 6, 2024
Appreciate the unanimous support and understanding that was extended. pic.twitter.com/tiitk5M5zn
Bangladesh has recently been thrown into turmoil following massive street protests over a job quota system, which led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepping down and fleeing the country. Diplomatic sources have confirmed that she has arrived in India en route to London.
On August 5, Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to address the issue.
