A young man from West Bengal studying in Bangladesh, Supriyo Saha (name changed), says it is now harder for Indians to find accommodation there. He recalls a different vibe in mid-2024 when an uprising forced Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to flee. Back then, many celebrated new freedom of speech, but now mobs have taken over the streets. "Many mobsters have no idea what they are fighting for," he said. Supriyo explains that these mobs are pressure groups with political motives. "They get motivation from YouTubers, social media pages, and also by money, I guess," he added. His family in West Bengal is very concerned, making WhatsApp calls every hour, compared to one call a day earlier. He says, "My life in Bangladesh is still not as bad because as a Bengali, I don’t stand out. But it’s no longer easy to rent a room because I’m an Indian." People now have mixed feelings about India—some admire it, others see it as hegemonic. Although, face-to-face reactions have not been bad. When asked why he is not returning, Supriyo says he wants to finish his studies and personal family roots project. He remembers warmly being welcomed in his ancestral village. "Today, I sense tension. More than my Hindu identity, I fear my Indian identity," he said. He attributes the worsening situation to rising mob culture, fake news, and political instability. "Bangladesh is going through a rough patch. Without strong governance, things could get worse. Many citizens want to leave the country," Supriyo concluded.