Bangladesh arrested Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das on specific charges, sparking protests and international concern. India voiced "deep concern" over the arrest and denial of bail, urging Bangladesh to ensure minority safety.

Dhaka: Bangladesh has called India’s statement over the arrest of Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das "unfounded" and stood "contrary to the spirit of friendship".

Bangladesh has responded strongly to India's concerns over the arrest of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das. The Ministry of External Affairs in India had expressed worry about Das's safety after his arrest by Bangladeshi police.

A violent clash between Bangladeshi security forces and supporters of Hindu leader Chinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari resulted in one fatality on Tuesday. The incident occurred after Brahmachari, an outspoken monk and spokesperson for a newly-formed Hindu advocacy group,

Chinmoy Krishna Das Prabhu, who enjoys massive popularity in Bangladesh, urged his supporters to remain peaceful and avoid disrupting public order.

A lawyer defending Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das was reportedly killed amid raging protests outside Bangladesh Court on Tuesday. A huge crowd, largely believed to be Hindus were present outside the Bangladesh's Chattogram Court to protest against the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das when the police reportedly launched a crackdown and opened fire on them.

Bangladesh rejected India's statement on the Hindu monk's arrest. The arrest followed specific charges. Dhaka expressed disappointment over the misrepresentation of the situation. Bangladesh emphasised its commitment to religious harmony.

Chinmoy Krishna Das, a Hindu monk and leader of Sammilita Sanatani Jote, was arrested in Bangladesh, triggering protests. India urged authorities to ensure the safety of minorities amid rising tensions.

Dhaka: Responding to India’s concerns over the arrest of ISKCON monk Chinmoy Krishna Das, Bangladesh issued a statement saying that his (Chinmoy Das) detention has been ‘misconstrued by certain quarters since Chinmoy Krishna Das was arrested on specific charges’.

Bangladesh government on Tuesday reacted to India's statement on the arrest of Hindu priest and said that it not only misrepresent facts but also stand contrary to the spirit of friendship and understanding between the two neighboring countries.

An Iskcon priest was arrested in Dhaka. He was detained at the airport. He is accused of disrespecting the Bangladeshi flag. A saffron flag was placed over the national flag during a rally. The priest is one of several facing sedition charges.