Private hospital in Agartala (Tripura) refuses treatment to Bangladeshi patients

Agartala (Tripura) – Following the decision of Kolkata’s J N Ray Hospital to stop treating patients from Bangladesh, the ILS private hospital in Tripura’s capital, Agartala, has also announced a similar policy. This decision came after protests by Hindus outside the hospital, demanding a halt to providing medical services to Bangladeshi citizens. Reportedly, over 100 cancer patients from Bangladesh seek treatment at this hospital every month.

Indian bus attacked in Bangladesh

On the Brahmanbaria-World Road in Bangladesh, a group of individuals attacked a bus travelling from Agartala to Kolkata via Bangladesh. Tripura’s Transport Minister, Sushanta Chowdhury, condemned the incident and demanded immediate action. According to reports, a truck collided with the bus, and a rickshaw appeared in front of it. Locals then threatened Indian passengers, raised slogans, and even issued death threats. Chowdhury mentioned that the passengers were terrified following the incident.

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha also condemned the attack, stating, “The world is witnessing the atrocities committed against Hindus in Bangladesh.” He added that Tripura, being surrounded by Bangladesh on three sides, has directed the Border Security Force (BSF) and Police to maintain strict vigilance along the international border.

Editorial Perspective

What the citizens of India have started doing, the Union Government must now adopt as a policy. Like Pakistan, India must sever all ties with Bangladesh and exert pressure to ensure the protection of Hindus.