Dr. Zahidur Rahman, Prime Minister’s Information Advisor, experienced harassment upon arrival at Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi on Sunday, June 14th. He was travelling to Delhi to participate in an event organized by the International Labour Organization. Reports circulated in some media outlets incorrectly claimed he was detained, but officials confirm he was not arrested. Due to the harassment, Dr. Rahman chose not to enter India and returned to Bangladesh. Several high-ranking government officials have acknowledged the incident and are reportedly looking into the matter. Details surrounding the nature of the harassment remain unclear, but it prompted his immediate return home. The incident raises questions about the treatment of foreign dignitaries at Indian airports.
