India’s Diplomatic Turmoil: Blame Game Deflated

India is currently dealing with diplomatic upheaval following the sudden ousting of its ally, Sheikh Hasina Wajid, from power in Bangladesh. The political shift in Dhaka, brought about by a popular uprising, has led India to accuse Pakistan of orchestrating the regime change, alleging that Pakistan supported opposition forces and exacerbated student protests with Chinese backing.

Former Bangladeshi Foreign Secretary Shamsher Mubin Chaudhry has dismissed these claims as “ridiculous” and “ignorant.” He contends that such accusations are an attempt by India to distract from its own diplomatic failures in Bangladesh. Chaudhry argues that India’s support for Hasina Wajid’s government over the past 14 years has contributed to the erosion of democracy in Bangladesh, which has now culminated in the current political turmoil.

India’s blame-shifting reflects a broader struggle to manage the fallout from its faltering foreign policies in the region. As Bangladesh undergoes significant political changes, India faces scrutiny over its past alliances and strategies, revealing the complexities of regional diplomacy and the challenges of maintaining influence amidst shifting political landscapes.