A report alleges that four Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists were on Biman Bangladesh Airlines flight BG-342 from Karachi to Dhaka. Investigative journalist Sahidul Hasan Khokon revealed this information, criticizing what he called the Yunus regime’s alleged facilitation of terrorist infiltration into Bangladesh. The flight, carrying 113 passengers, landed in Dhaka on January 30.
Khokon identified the alleged LeT operatives among the passengers based on their travel documents. He highlighted significant security lapses under the current administration, either due to negligence or deliberate inaction. The claim comes shortly after the resumption of direct flights between Dhaka and Karachi after 14 years.
Critics have raised concerns about the revival of the air route and its associated concessions, including special privileges for Pakistani officials and eased scrutiny of bilateral exchanges. There are fears that civilian flights could be exploited for terrorist activities, especially with the alleged presence of LeT operatives in Bangladesh.
The allegations of LeT’s presence in Bangladesh align with a broader narrative of rising extremist activity under the current regime. The group has been linked to past unrest in the country and has reportedly established connections with local radical groups. Security experts warn that such activities could aid in rebuilding LeT’s networks and planning operations targeting neighboring countries.
Opposition voices have criticized the government for alleged security compromises and demanded immediate investigations into the reported terrorist entry. Activists and analysts are calling for tighter border controls and a reassessment of the country’s policy towards Pakistan to address growing concerns over national security.
