Murals carrying the slogan ‘Long Live the Resistance’ with images of the country’s national flag and human hands was painted on the wall.

While the protests appear to be spearheaded by students, reports indicate that organised violence, particularly targeting minority Hindus, is being planned by established terrorist groups.

The individuals, who were captured at different points along the 4,096-km India-Bangladesh border, are currently being questioned and will be handed over to the respective state police for further legal action, according to a BSF spokesperson.

The state’s 480-kilometre-long coastline is currently under a robust three-tier security system.

The border, which stretches over 4,096.9 km and traverses five Indian states—West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Tripura—presents a complex landscape, featuring dense forests, hills, rivers, and populous towns.

Sarma stressed that the Centre is handling the situation with caution, focusing on ensuring the safety of those affected while maintaining strict vigilance along the Indo-Bangladesh border.

The Cabinet was formed through a series of discussions among student leaders, civil society, and the military earlier in the week, reflecting a broad spectrum of non-political actors in Bangladesh.

Demonstrations, initially sparked by opposition to the government job quota system, have morphed into a broader anti-government movement, leading to the downfall of the Awami League government.

Yunus's appointment follows the resignation and flight of Sheikh Hasina after violent student-led protests engulfed the nation, leading to widespread clashes and unrest, leaving more than 500 dead and over a thousand injured.

Contrary to speculations, Joy clarified that Hasina had not sought asylum in the United States or the United Kingdom. Instead, she is currently in Delhi, where she intends to stay for a while.

Sarma warned that the turmoil could lead to the neighboring country once again becoming a haven for insurgents, thereby increasing illegal immigration into the region.

According to Radharaman Das, vice-president of the ISKCON temple in Kolkata, a mob gathered near another temple on Wednesday but was repelled by local Hindus.