A group of Hindu extremists attacked the Bangladesh stall at the World Cultural Festival held at MIT World Peace University in Pune, India, on Tuesday, according to multiple diplomatic sources cited by Amar Desh. The attackers, identified as members of the Bajrang Dal, destroyed the stall and set fire to the Bangladeshi national flag while chanting anti-Bangladesh slogans. The incident occurred after several individuals had earlier questioned Bangladeshi students about their legal status in India and demanded the removal of their flag.

The stall had been set up by twelve Bangladeshi students from Savitribai Phule Pune University to represent their country at the international event. Although no students were physically harmed, they reportedly fled to safety amid growing fear. The attack has caused widespread anxiety among Bangladeshi and other foreign students attending the festival.

The report also linked the incident to a broader pattern of anti-Bangladesh activities allegedly supported by the Indian government following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, including threats against Bangladeshi diplomats and actions against Bangladeshi athletes.