Diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh have deteriorated sharply after the killing of a key Bangladeshi activist and a lynching incident sparked violent protests in both countries. Bangladesh suspended visa and consular services in India, while India closed its visa application center in Chittagong due to security concerns. These reciprocal suspensions affect tens of thousands, especially patients seeking medical visas, adding a humanitarian dimension. Experts characterize the standoff as a tactical episode that disrupts ordinary citizens but does not sever broader economic and political ties. The crisis coincides with political uncertainty in Bangladesh under an interim government and raises questions about minority safety and legitimate governance.