Diplomatic Rift: Dhaka Objects to Mamata Banerjee's Remarks

India confirmed receiving a note from Dhaka objecting to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's remarks offering shelter to people affected by violent clashes in Bangladesh. External Affairs Ministry emphasized that foreign relations are the central government's prerogative. Banerjee cited humanitarian grounds for her stance.

India has confirmed receiving a formal objection from Dhaka regarding West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's recent remarks about offering shelter to individuals affected by violent clashes in Bangladesh.

During his weekly media briefing, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal indicated disapproval of Banerjee's comments, asserting that matters involving foreign relations fall solely under the central government's jurisdiction.

Addressing a public event in Kolkata, Banerjee mentioned she would keep West Bengal's doors open for those in distress from Bangladesh, citing humanitarian reasons. Dhaka has expressed its discontent through diplomatic channels, Jaiswal confirmed. The situation in Bangladesh has reportedly stabilized since the clashes began.

(With inputs from agencies.)