'Anti-India' Bangladesh journalist Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey appointed ambassador by Yunus Govt, sparks outrage
By Sunita Iyer | First Published Oct 22, 2024, 7:00 AM ISTIn a controversial move, the interim government of Bangladesh has appointed Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey, a journalist known for his anti-India rhetoric, as an ambassador at one of the nation’s missions abroad.
In a controversial move, the interim government of Bangladesh has appointed Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey, a journalist known for his anti-India rhetoric, as an ambassador at one of the nation’s missions abroad. This appointment, confirmed through a notification from the Ministry of Public Administration on October 21, 2024, has raised eyebrows and sparked outrage among various political circles and citizens in India.
Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey, the propaganda Bangladeshi "journalist" (former BNP spox) has been assigned the position of *ambassador* at one of Bangladesh’s missions abroad by the Yunus regime. He worked to create controversy on Indian democracy and Indian elections worldwide. pic.twitter.com/zHCaDJnMdw
— Voice of Bangladeshi Hindus 🇧🇩 (@VHindus71)Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey, a former spokesperson for the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), has been a polarizing figure, particularly for his vocal criticism of the Indian government. He gained notoriety in March 2024 when he raised questions regarding the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, during a press briefing with Matthew Miller, the spokesperson for the US State Department. This action, perceived as interference in India's internal affairs, led to heightened tensions and criticism of his motives.
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The new ambassador's position comes with a three-year term, during which he must resign from any other professional engagements or affiliations with governmental and non-governmental entities, according to the conditions of his appointment. His role will be under the purview of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and other specifics of the contract will be determined at a later date.
Ansarey's past actions have not gone unnoticed. He was previously implicated in legal troubles, having been sued under the Digital Security Act in 2022. Reports from Just News BD indicated that he was marked as 'absconding' by the Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) department of Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP). His pro-BNP stance, which includes support for insurgency movements in India’s Northeast, further complicates his new diplomatic role.
The appointment has ignited a firestorm of criticism, especially given the perception that the Yunus government is fostering individuals with anti-India sentiments. Social media platforms have seen a surge of reactions, with users expressing their discontent over Ansarey's rise to diplomatic prominence.
One user on X (formerly Twitter) noted, “Remember Bangladeshi journalist Mushfiqul Fazal? He used to ask India-related questions, especially against the Modi government during US press briefings. Now, he has been promoted as a special ambassador of Bangladesh by Md Yunus, a known ally of George Soros. They are all part of the same ecosystem, and thanks to the internet, they can’t hide it anymore—they're getting exposed.”
Remember Bangladeshi journalist Mushfiqul Fazal? He used to ask India-related questions, especially against the Modi government, during US press briefings. He meets Pappu every time he visits the USA.
Now, he has been promoted as a special ambassador of Bangladesh by Md Yunus.… pic.twitter.com/PUrmt5Hm9f
Another comment reflected concerns about a potential "global anti-India alliance," stating, “From grilling the Modi government to becoming Bangladesh's special ambassador under Yunus, Mushfiq Ansarey’s rise is curious. His frequent meetings with Rahul Gandhi in the U.S. add to this narrative.”
A third user said, "The ecosystem has collaborated and turned into break India forces. They are trying hard but they will not succeed."
"The connections are becoming clearer day by day. It’s interesting how certain individuals with anti-India agendas align themselves with controversial networks. Mushfiqul Fazal’s promotion and his association with figures like Md Yunus and George Soros show the deeper motives at play. The internet is indeed a powerful tool in exposing these narratives. It’s vital for India to stay vigilant and counter such influence with facts and clarity," remarked a fourth user.
Here's a look at some of the reactions on X:
From grilling Modi Government to becoming Bangladesh's special ambassador under Yunus, Mushfiq Ansarey’s rise is curious. Add to that his frequent meetings with Rahul Gandhi in the U.S. – is this a global anti-India alliance at work?
— पवन (@MindfulThinkerr)The ecosystem has collaborated and turned into break India forces. They are trying hard but they will not succeed
— World of Facts (@factostats)Mr Unknown - please take care of these elements
— Anil • ଅନିଲ • अनिल (@AdhaPao)Can’t construct a coherent sentence and he is an ambassador 🤦🏻
— Rohit R (@RohitSLS)We pray that takes a note of this fake journalist
— MadMadHindu (@candlecatmffers)Guess the Yunus regime is really doubling down on the anti-India narrative by promoting a ‘journalist’ known for asking leading questions. Must be a new strategy for diplomacy!
— Ayodhya P Singh (@AyodhyaPS)Why does share any space with such characters? Who is more anti-India? If the frame is one, the conclusion can be discerned.
— Bhargav Mitra (@bhargav_mitra)The Breaking Bharat forces are interconnected and moving towards their objective, while the people of India remain stuck in secularism. Very very very unfortunate!
— कर्वज्ञ (@eternalroute)🚨 WEB OF MANIPULATION EXPOSED: Bangladeshi Journalist Mushfiqul Fazal Gets a Promotion, Tied to Global Influence Players! 🚨
Mushfiqul Fazal, known for his relentless questioning of Modi government policies during US briefings, has now been promoted to a key position in…
The connections are becoming clearer day by day. It’s interesting how certain individuals with anti-India agendas align themselves with controversial networks. Mushfiqul Fazal’s promotion and his association with figures like Md Yunus and George Soros show the deeper motives at…
— Nitin Jain (@enggnitin5491)All these are together, the Congress party is helping the country the most in this grey war Movements keep happening from time to time, it is not a coincidence before every election, proper preparations are made for it
— Sanjay Pandit(AK)🚩🚩 (@sanjaypandit956)
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