There is an atmosphere of instability in the country after the coup on August 5 last year in Bangladesh. The then Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina had to take refuge in India amidst violence and bloody struggle by ousting power. Now, the government with radical ideology is in power in the country under the leadership of Mohammad Yunus. According to the latest reports, radical elements are trying to control Bangladesh’s army.
Expectation of coup in army
According to sources, a coup is being planned under the leadership of Lt Gen Mohammad Faiz-ur-Rehman in the Bangladesh Army.
- Faiz-ur-Rehman currently holds the post of Quarter Master General and his image is that of a leader with a staunch Islamic ideology.
- He is plotting against the current Army Chief General Waqar-e-Z-Jaman.
Role of ISI and interference in army
Pakistani intelligence agency is considered a major role in this entire conspiracy of ISI.
- Recently, his meeting was led by Faiz-ur-Rahman during the ISI chief’s visit to Bangladesh.
- According to reports, ISI is trying to end the pro -India influence in the Bangladesh Army.
- Efforts are also being made to include some officials of DGFI (Bangladesh’s intelligence agency) in this conspiracy.
General Waqar-e-Zaman: Supporters of relations with India
The current Army Chief General Waqar-e-Z-Jama is considered a supporter of peace and cooperation with India.
- He has played an important role in maintaining peace on the Indo-Bangladesh border and promoting military cooperation between the two countries.
- When Sheikh Hasina was ousted from power, General Waqar sent him to a safe India via military aircraft.
Faiz-ur-Rahman’s ambitions
Faiz-ur-Rehman is trying to remove General Waqar-e-Z-Zaman by gathering support within the army.
- Their goal is to bring the Bangladesh Army completely under control of radical forces.
- If this plot is successful, it may be a serious security threat to both Bangladesh and India.
Security challenges for India
Pakistani agency ISI officials recently arrived to inspect Bangladesh’s border with India.
- The tour can increase security concerns for the northeastern states of India.
- ISI may intend to create instability in Northeast India and strengthen terrorist networks.
Sheikh Hasina take shelter in India
During the coup, the Indian Army and the Bangladesh Army’s middle faction played an important role in saving Sheikh Hasina from violent clashes and danger.
- If Sheikh Hasina is not saved on time, she would either be in jail or could be a victim of violence.
- In his absence, Bangladesh is now under control of radical forces.
