Bangladesh Suspends Visa Services in India Amid Rising Tensions

Bangladesh has halted visa and consular services at its diplomatic missions in India, including the High Commission in New Delhi, the Assistant High Commission in Agartala (Tripura), and a visa processing centre in Siliguri, indefinitely due to “unavoidable circumstances,” according to official notices. The decision comes amid escalating tensions linked to recent protests by Indian groups outside Bangladeshi missions and unrest in Bangladesh following the deaths of political figures and community violence.

Security has been tightened around affected missions, and the suspension directly impacts Indians seeking tourist, medical, business, or other visas through these key land-border and regional channels. Travel industry sources note the closures could disrupt cross-border visits, particularly in the northeast, with applicants advised to use alternative centres or digital visa services until the suspension is lifted. The timeline for resumption remains unclear.

Source: travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com