Hotels in Siliguri, Malda, and Cooch Behar districts of West Bengal have imposed a ban on Bangladeshi guests, displaying notices that prohibit their entry. The decision, announced by local hotel owners’ associations, was reportedly taken in protest against alleged persecution of minorities in Bangladesh and recent tensions along the border. Leaders of the associations said the move also follows the suspension of passport and visa services from Bangladesh. The Malda Hotel Owners’ Association president stated that no Bangladeshi guests would be allowed to stay in district hotels, citing concerns over the situation in Bangladesh. Similarly, the Cooch Behar association said it halted services for Bangladeshi citizens after India suspended visa facilities. In Siliguri, the local association confirmed that 180 hotels under its jurisdiction have implemented the restriction, withdrawing earlier exemptions for medical and educational visitors. The decision has drawn mixed reactions. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) welcomed the move, while the Trinamool Congress described it as an independent decision by hotel owners. Critics argued that such actions reflect growing hostility toward Bangladesh and could harm bilateral relations.