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Indian diplomats and nationals working in Bangladesh face the threat of a possible Lashkar-e-Toiba attack,Indian intelligence agencies have warned the Ministry of External Affairs.
Last week,the intelligence agencies communicated that the Lashkar was planning to target Indian diplomats and nationals working in different projects in Bangladesh,and could try and create a hostage situation.
Sources said intelligence agencies picked up specific inputs of attacks on pilgrims headed for a Rath Yatra mid-July in Dhamrai village in Manikganj district near Dhaka.
The terror threat has alarmed New Delhi since the Sheikh Hasina government in Dhaka has been cracking down on terror groups and elements,including those belonging to the Lashkar,ever since it returned to power in 2008.
New Delhi has already taken up the matter with Dhaka,and has been assured increased security for Indians living in Bangladesh.
While it is relatively easy to secure Indian diplomats who number about 30,it is not exactly the same with Indian nationals working there they are estimated to be around 30,000,working in government projects and private establishments .
The High Commission in Dhaka and the consulates in Chittagong and Rajshahi are guarded by local police.There has been a security review and talks are on to assess whether Indian security agencies should be asked to secure the missions.
