J&K Students Body Writes to PM for Safety of Indian Medicos in Bangladesh

December 22, 2025

The All-India Medical Students’ Association (AIMSA), represented by its Jammu and Kashmir unit, has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging urgent government intervention to ensure the safety and well-being of Indian medical students studying in Bangladesh. The appeal comes amid reports of distress and uncertainty faced by students abroad, prompting growing concern among their families back home in India.

Distress Calls from Students and Families

In the detailed representation addressed to the Prime Minister, AIMSA highlighted that it has been receiving alarming messages from Indian students in Bangladesh and their relatives regarding challenging and unsafe conditions. The organization said that the prevailing atmosphere has triggered fear and anxiety among students, and parents have expressed deep worry about their children’s safety and security.

The letter, signed by Dr. Mohammad Momin Khan, Vice President of AIMSA Jammu and Kashmir, was also marked to the External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, urging both central leadership and diplomatic channels to step up support for the students.

Concerns Over Safety and Uncertainty

While detailed specifics of the reported unsafe conditions were not disclosed, AIMSA’s urgent appeal underscores concerns over the well-being of Indian students caught in a situation where they may feel physically insecure or uncertified about local circumstances. The association has asked the Government of India to strengthen support mechanisms through the Indian Embassy in Bangladesh, improve communication with students and families, and ensure that students return safely if required.

Broader Context and Next Steps

This appeal comes at a time when Indian students abroad particularly in neighboring countries have faced difficulties due to political unrest, social tensions or safety challenges. The association’s letter stresses the importance of protective diplomatic engagement and proactive steps from New Delhi to safeguard Indian nationals overseas.

Government sources have not yet publicly responded to the appeal, but officials typically assess such representations carefully before taking diplomatic action or issuing advisories to affected students and families.