Jammu, Dec. 22 -- An atmosphere of anxiety and uncertainty has gripped the families of nearly 4,500 students from Jammu and Kashmir who are currently pursuing MBBS courses in Bangladesh, amid reports of growing unrest and alleged attempts by radical groups to foment anti-India sentiment in the violence-hit country.

According to rough estimates, around 600 to 700 students from Jammu and Kashmir secure admission every year in various medical colleges across Bangladesh, making the prevailing situation a matter of serious concern for parents and relatives back home. Families fear for the safety and well-being of their wards as incidents of violence, protests, and political instability continue to be reported from several parts of Bangladesh, p...