The recent unrest and protests in Bangladesh have given rise to concerns regarding potential involvement from Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and China. Intelligence sources have disclosed a potential link between the protests and the nurturing of an anti-India terror group by ISI and Chinese interests.

The Islamic Chhatra Shibir (ICS), a student organization known for its anti-India stance and jihadist agenda, has been under surveillance by Indian intelligence due to its activities in Bangladesh and its affiliation with the ISI-backed Harkat-ul-Jihad-al-Islami (HuJI). There is evidence of ICS members receiving training in Afghanistan and Pakistan, indicating a troubling connection between the ICS, ISI, and other terrorist groups. According to an intelligence officer, the ultimate goal of the Jamaat or ICS is to establish a Taliban-type government in Bangladesh, with assurances of support from the ISI.

Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has endeavored to maintain balanced relations with both China and India, but her neutral stance has not been well-received by Beijing. Chinese interests have become more apparent as they view a Pakistani-inclined government in Dhaka as more favorable. This has led to suspicions that the Chinese ministry of state and security has been extending support to further their interests in the region. The involvement of ICS members in charming western-affiliated NGOs with promises of democracy and rights has further complicated the situation.

Intelligence reports have highlighted the meticulous and long-term planning by the ICS to incite violence and destabilize the government of Prime Minister Hasina. There have also been propaganda efforts by China’s Ministry of State Security (MSS), including a recently circulated video warning of ‘foreign spies being everywhere’, a departure from their usual approach.

The implications of these connections are significant, and they have sparked concerns about the formation of a new government in Bangladesh and its impact on regional stability. The support provided by ISI and the suspected involvement of Chinese interests have raised questions about the future trajectory of Bangladesh’s government and the potential implications for India.

In light of these developments, it is imperative for policymakers and stakeholders to closely monitor the situation and take appropriate steps to address the growing influence of external forces in Bangladesh’s internal affairs. The implications of these connections could have far-reaching consequences for the region, and it is paramount to address them with a sense of urgency and vigilance.

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