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News India Live, Digital Desk: Diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh have been witnessing severe tension for the last few weeks. The Government of India has decided to recall the families of its diplomats posted in Bangladesh citing security reasons, which the interim government of Bangladesh has termed as “unnecessary”. Here are the key points to understand the current situation:1. India’s big step: ‘Non-Family’ postingIndia has put Bangladesh in the category of ‘Non-Family’ diplomatic posting from January 1, 2026. This means: Now Indian officers serving in Bangladesh will have to live without their spouses or children. Comparison: India usually keeps such a system only for high-risk countries like Iraq, Afghanistan and Pakistan. Current situation: Dhaka-based High Commission and four other commerce More than a dozen families have returned to India from embassies (Khulna, Chattogram, Rajshahi, Sylhet).2. Security concerns and 12 February elections: Many serious security reasons are being given behind this decision of India: Pre-poll violence: General elections and referendum are going to be held in Bangladesh on 12 February 2026. There has been a surge in extremist activities and protests amid the election excitement. Intelligence Input: According to intelligence reports, radical elements in Bangladesh may target Indian diplomats and their families. Past events: Violent demonstrations outside the Indian Mission in Chittagong in December 2025 and attacks on Hindu minorities had raised India’s concern.3. Bangladesh’s clarification and ‘denial’ Mohammad Tauheed Hussain, the foreign advisor to the interim government of Bangladesh, has raised questions on India’s move: No threat: He says there is no situation in the country that could pose a threat to foreign officials. Internal matter: He called it an ‘internal matter’ of India and said India should clarify the reasons behind it. No formal information: According to Hussain, India has not sent any official letter to the Bangladesh government regarding security concerns. Or information is not given.4. Other reasons for tension: ‘Cricket and Hasina’ Diplomatic dispute is not limited to security only: Sheikh Hasina issue: Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina being in India and giving statements from there is troubling Dhaka. The interim government has demanded his extradition. Cricket controversy: Due to security concerns, Bangladesh had objected to playing the T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India and had demanded to shift them to Sri Lanka. Current Situation: Even though the families have been called back, Indian missions in Dhaka and other cities are functioning in ‘full strength’. Celebrations were also held in Dhaka on Republic Day (26 January).