An opinion piece by Md. Helal Mia, published on January 12, 2026, in the newspaper Amar Desh, alleges that India has supported Bangladesh’s recently ousted fascist government and provided refuge to its members after the 2024 student-led uprising. The writer claims that India’s foreign policy, guided by the Nehru Doctrine, seeks regional dominance rather than equitable relations with neighboring states. He describes India as a threat to South Asian sovereignty and accuses it of harboring expansionist ambitions.

The article further asserts that India’s ruling party, the BJP, suppresses minorities through militant groups and that India’s actions toward Bangladesh reflect a pattern of interference. The author criticizes India for allegedly sheltering thousands of Bangladeshi political figures without visas, mishandling border incidents, and failing to protect foreign diplomatic missions. He also accuses India of religious bias and hypocrisy regarding minority rights.

The writer concludes that Bangladesh must strengthen its independence by resisting Indian influence and forming alliances with other South Asian powers to counter what he calls Indian hegemony.