Condemning the attack on the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala, BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today expressed hope that Indian people will respect the democratic aspirations of the citizens of a new Bangladesh.

In a statement, he urged the Indian government and people to avoid exploiting anti-Bangladesh sentiment in their domestic politics.

"We request the Indian government and people not to use of hatred in Bangladesh as a tool of their domestic politics, as it can harm the long-term friendship between the two countries," he added.

He also said, "It appears that the attack by members of an organisation called 'Hindu Sangharsa Samiti' on the premises of the Assistant High Commission was planned."

"Entering the High Commission, lowering the flag of Bangladesh, burning it, and vandalising the premises are clear violations of the Vienna Convention," Fakhrul said.

He also expressed hope that India will send back those leaders who took shelter in India during the past fascist Awami League regime and help hold trials.