NEW DELHI: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday held a protest outside the Bangladesh high commission to condemn the mob lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu worker in Bangladesh. Visuals showed protesters breaking barricades and clashing with police.Security was beefed up around the commission in the national capital following the protest call by the VHP.Meanwhile, Indian high commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma was summoned to Bangladesh’s ministry of foreign affairs, reported Prothom Alo.On Monday, Hindu Jagran Manch & Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) jointly staged a protest in front of the Bangladesh visa application centre over atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh. The latest development comes amid heightened tension between the two neighbours, in a fallout of violent protest which erupted in Bangladesh after the fatal shooting of young leader Sharif Osman Hadi linked to last year’s July uprising. Immediately after protests erupted outside the Indian high commission and consulates, along with targeting of Hindu minorities. Both nations have temporarily stopped consular and visa services.What triggered the latest flashpoint?Hadi, a prominent organiser of last year’s July uprising, was shot at close range and later died while receiving treatment abroad. His death sparked widespread protests in Bangladesh.Tensions further escalated when Dipu Chandra Das, a young Hindu factory worker in Mymensingh was lynched by a mob. Hindu organisations and minority rights groups protested in Dhaka, alleging that Das was falsely accused of religious defamation. India has since raised concerns over the safety of minorities and the security of diplomatic missions, rejecting what it called misleading narratives from Dhaka.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Nukes Are Tools For Escalation, Not Peace’: Student Exposes Munir’s Mindset At India vs Pak Debate’India Faces Two War Realities: Counter Terror Strikes And Long Conflicts’, Says CDS Anil ChauhanRahul Gandhi Attacks Modi Govt In Germany, Says ‘West, India Handed Over Production To China’Russia Calls For Reduced Bangladesh-India Tensions, Recalls 1971 WarNew Video Reveals Final Moments of Hindu Man Dipu Before Lynching in BangladeshIndians Trapped By H-1B Renewal Chaos As US VP JD Vance Defends Visa Curbs As Christian PoliticsEx-TMC MLA Humayun Kabir Launches New Party, Targets Mamata Banerjee Ahead of PollsMuhammad Yunus Interim Rule Sparks Alarm, Indian Diplomats Back Hasina On Anti India Narrative ShiftYogi Adityanath Says Vande Mataram Became Victim of Congress Appeasement PoliticsNew Zealand India FTA Sparks Coalition Rift As PM Christopher Luxon Backs Deal, NZ First Rejects It123PhotostoriesCuriosity Corner: How do aeroplanes stay in the sky?Nutrition fact of the day: 7 science-backed nutritional facts about bone brothHollywood celebrity breakups and divorces in 2025: From Nicole Kidman-Keith Urban to Katy Perry-Orlando Bloom5 parenting lessons 2025 taught us8 traditional ragi dishes that have stood the test of time and why they are a winter must haveWhat is the “golden pyramid of fat loss” and why do people mostly start at the wrong levelBaby boy names that means positivityHow to grow healthy papaya tree from seeds in pots in your balconyShin Min-Ah weds Kim Woo-Bin: Shin Min-Ah stuns in the most stunning bridal gown ever! See stylish wedding picsDoes Niagara Falls freeze over in winter? Here’s the truth123Hot PicksUAE WeatherEpstein files releasedGold price predictionGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays DecemberBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingMax Payne Remake Release DateResident Evil Code Veronica Release DateJade Cargill and Bradon Net WorthJosh Allen and Hailee Steinfields HolidayChristen GoffPhilip RiversPaul Heyman and Marla Heyman Net WorthAaron RodgersJade Cargill and Brandon Net WorthCharles Barkley
NEW DELHI: Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday held a protest outside the Bangladesh high commission to condemn the mob lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu worker in Bangladesh. Visuals showed protesters breaking barricades and clashing with police.Security was beefed up around the commission in the national capital following the protest call by the VHP.Meanwhile, Indian high commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma was summoned to Bangladesh’s ministry of foreign affairs, reported Prothom Alo.On Monday, Hindu Jagran Manch & Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) jointly staged a protest in front of the Bangladesh visa application centre over atrocities against minorities in Bangladesh. The latest development comes amid heightened tension between the two neighbours, in a fallout of violent protest which erupted in Bangladesh after the fatal shooting of young leader Sharif Osman Hadi linked to last year’s July uprising. Immediately after protests erupted outside the Indian high commission and consulates, along with targeting of Hindu minorities. Both nations have temporarily stopped consular and visa services.
What triggered the latest flashpoint?
Hadi, a prominent organiser of last year’s July uprising, was shot at close range and later died while receiving treatment abroad. His death sparked widespread protests in Bangladesh.Tensions further escalated when Dipu Chandra Das, a young Hindu factory worker in Mymensingh was lynched by a mob. Hindu organisations and minority rights groups protested in Dhaka, alleging that Das was falsely accused of religious defamation. India has since raised concerns over the safety of minorities and the security of diplomatic missions, rejecting what it called misleading narratives from Dhaka.
