Hadi, a prominent face of last year’s student-led protests, was shot during an election campaign in Dhaka on December 12. He later died while undergoing treatment in Singapore. His death triggered widespread violence and vandalism across several regions of Bangladesh.

According to media reports, unrest intensified in Chattogram after incidents targeting Indian establishments, including damage near the residence of India’s Assistant High Commissioner. In response, Indian authorities halted all visa-related services in the port city starting December 21.

The Indian Visa Application Centre stated that services would remain suspended until the security situation improves. Authorities will announce reopening plans only after a detailed review of ground conditions.

Security was also tightened at the Indian Assistant High Commission and visa centre in Sylhet. Local police officials confirmed that additional forces were deployed to prevent further escalation and misuse of the situation.

Bangladesh police said strict measures are in place to ensure that no third party exploits the unrest. Sharif Osman Hadi was laid to rest in Dhaka near the tomb of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

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Reports indicate that overflowing Indian reservoirs, including Thein and Madhopur, forced water releases that would inevitably swell the Ravi, Sutlej, and Chenab rivers downstream in Pakistan. Despite the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, Indian officials prioritized humanitarian concerns, issuing advance notice that proved decisive in saving lives.

Pakistani disaster management teams immediately moved people to safety, setting up temporary shelters and deploying rescue boats to low-lying villages. Officials warned that the next 48 hours would remain critical as rain-fed rivers continued to rise.

Observers say the development highlights how climate challenges transcend borders, forcing even adversaries to cooperate in the face of natural disasters. India’s gesture, coming at a moment of strained ties, has been viewed by many as an example of humanity prevailing over hostility. For tens of thousands of Pakistani families, it was a timely intervention that averted large-scale tragedy.

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