140 Crore Indians Concerned About Safety Of Hindus, Minorities In Bangladesh: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (15 August) expressed confidence that the situation in violence-hit Bangladesh will return to normalcy soon.

"As a neighbouring country, I can understand the concern regarding whatever has happened in Bangladesh," PM Modi said during his Independence Day address from the Red Fort.

"I hope that the situation there gets normal at the earliest," he said, adding that the 140 crore people of India are concerned about the "safety of Hindus and minorities" in Bangladesh.

"India always wants our neighbouring countries to walk the path of prosperity and peace. We are committed to peace...In the days to come, we will continue to wish well for Bangladesh in its 'Vikas Yatra' because we think about the welfare of humankind," PM Modi added.

Hindus and other minorities are being targeted in Bangladesh by violent protesters after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina government.