India boosts security at Bangladesh diplomatic missions after Agartala protests over attacks on Hindus (WATCH)

India on Monday expressed deep regret over an incident involving a breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, stressing that consular properties should never be targeted under any circumstances. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) issued the statement following a large rally organized by the Hindu Sangharsh Samity, an affiliate of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), in the capital city of Tripura.

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Thousands of protesters gathered to voice their opposition to the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das in Bangladesh and the attacks on minorities there. Reports suggest that more than 50 protesters entered the premises of the Bangladeshi mission in Agartala, raising concerns among those inside the complex.

Protesters chanted slogans and marched through the streets, calling for justice and highlighting the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh, who have reportedly faced increasing violence and discrimination in recent months.

"The incident earlier today of the breach of premises at the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala is deeply regrettable," the MEA said.

The statement added that the government is taking steps to enhance security for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, as well as for other Bangladeshi missions across India.

"Diplomatic and consular properties should not be targeted under any circumstances," the MEA said in a statement.

"The government is taking action to step up security arrangements for the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and their deputy/assistant high commissions in the country," it said.

According to VHP's Tripura chapter secretary, Sankar Roy, the violence against Hindus escalated following the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government.

"Since the fall of the Sheikh Hasina government, attacks are being carried out on Hindu temples and Hindu houses and businesses are being looted in Bangladesh," he said.

"Recently, ISKCON's Chinmoy Prabhu raised voice against the atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh and was arrested and sent to prison on false charges. We want his unconditional release," Roy added.

"We want the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to take up the arrest of Prabhu on false charges and attacks on Hindus with the Bangladesh government immediately," he said.

A memorandum regarding the issue was submitted to Arif Mohammad, the Assistant High Commissioner of Bangladesh in Agartala, urging swift action to resolve the matter and ensure the safety of Hindus in Bangladesh.

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India on Friday emphasized that the interim government in Bangladesh must fulfill its responsibility to protect all minorities, expressing serious concern over the "surge" in extremist rhetoric and the rising incidents of violence against Hindus.

New Delhi also expressed hope that the case involving Das, who was arrested on charges of sedition, would be handled in a just, fair, and transparent manner.

Relations between India and Bangladesh have been strained since the interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, assumed power following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August. India has repeatedly raised concerns over the attacks on minorities, particularly Hindus, in Bangladesh.