Government not informed about U.S. indictment on Adani, says MEA

The MEA said India has consistently and strongly raised with the Bangladesh the threats and targeted attacks on Hindus and other minorities.

Government, on Friday (November 29, 2024), spoke about U.S. indictment on Adanis for the first time.

The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the indictments are a “legal matter involving private firms and individuals and the U.S. Department of Justice,” and also clarified that the Government of India was not informed about the investigation in advance, nor has Indian Embassy in U.S. received an arrest warrant or legal requests so far.

When asked about the Bangladesh situation, Mr. Jaiswal said “India has consistently and strongly raised with the Bangladesh government the threats and targeted attacks on Hindus and other minorities. Our position on the matter is clear — the interim government must live up to its responsibility of protecting all minorities. We are concerned at the surge of extremist rhetoric, increasing incidents of violence and provocation. These developments cannot be dismissed only as media exaggeration. ISKCON is a globally well-regarded organization with a strong record of social service. We once again call upon Bangladesh to take all steps for the protection of minorities.”

The official spokesperson of Ministry of External Affairs responded to the arrest of Chinmoy Krishna Das. Mr. Jaiswal said “As far as cases against individuals are concerned, we have noted that legal processes are underway. We expect that these processes will deal with the case in a just, fair and transparent manner, ensuring full respect for the legal rights of all concerned.”

Published - November 29, 2024 04:38 pm IST