Mahfuz Alam, who recently resigned as an adviser to Bangladesh’s interim government, issued a sharp warning to India during a protest gathering held after the death of activist Sharif Osman Hadi. Speaking at the midnight rally, Alam declared that if Bangladesh’s peace is disturbed, India would also face consequences. His remarks came amid widespread grief following Hadi’s death in a Singapore hospital on Thursday night at the age of 32.

Sharif Osman Hadi was known as a leading figure of the July Revolution and a prominent voice against Indian dominance in the region. His passing has sparked emotional reactions across Bangladesh, with social media flooded by tributes and political groups organizing vigils. The Foreign Ministry confirmed his death, and his body is expected to return home this evening.

Analysts note that Alam’s statement reflects growing nationalist sentiment and tension in Dhaka’s political discourse. Authorities are preparing for large gatherings in Shahbagh, where anti-hegemony groups plan further demonstrations in the coming days.