"Bangladesh froze Indian tourist visas in December 2025 following violent protests outside Bangladeshi missions in New Delhi and other Indian cities over the lynching of a Hindu man allegedly at the hands of an Islamist mob in Bangladesh. Officials cited security considerations ahead of Bangladesh's February general election as a reason for the suspension."
"Both India and Bangladesh are seeking a recalibration of bilateral ties. The unfreezing of visas signals policy intent to that effect. But this is the start of a trust-building exercise, not an end."
"Longstanding bilateral tensions include disputes over water resources, the political fate of Hasina's Awami League party, and border management."
India and Bangladesh are restoring diplomatic relations by reopening visa services after significant tensions. Bangladeshi missions in India will fully resume tourist visa processing, while Indian operations in Bangladesh will reopen in phases, starting with medical and business visas before expanding to tourist, student, and employment categories. Visa services were suspended following violent protests in Indian cities over communal violence in Bangladesh and security concerns surrounding Bangladesh's February elections. The thaw in relations follows Bangladesh's new government formation, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman pledging to reset ties with India. Longstanding disputes over water resources, political matters, and border management remain unresolved, though both nations seek bilateral recalibration.
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