A social media user shared images and videos of Kolkata in a thread on X. He shared his, not so good, experience of the city with open open gutters, flowing drains and unhygienic markets and public places. His post garnered widespread attention and started a debate on social media.

Speaking about India's stance on the matter, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, said, 'New Delhi has urged the Bangladesh authorities to take strong measures to ensure the safety of Hindus'.