United Kingdom government and lawmakers in the country have expressed concern over situation in Bangladesh with UK government even going to the extent of warning of a heightened risk of terrorist attack in the embattled country.

Political situation in Bangladesh remains precarious even when Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is heading and interim government after former prime minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country in August.

The UK government has issued a travel advisory to its citizens in Bangladesh and those planning a trip to Bangladesh.

"Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Bangladesh. Terrorist attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreign nationals, such as crowded areas, religious buildings, and political rallies. Some groups have targeted people who they consider to have views and lifestyles contrary to Islam," said the advisory Issues on Tuesday (local time).

"There have been occasional attacks against minority religious communities and targeting police and security forces. These have included improvised explosive device (IED) attacks in major cities. The Bangladeshi authorities continue to work to disrupt planned attacks. Increases in security force presence and restrictions on movement may be put in place at short notice," the statement said further.

The advisory has also urged the British citizens to pay heed to advice local authorities in Bangladesh give.

"You should remain aware of your surroundings, particularly in and around police buildings. Avoid large gatherings and other locations with a police or security presence. Follow the advice of local authorities," says the advisory.

Political instability in Bangladesh is also accompanied by attacks on religious minorities in the country.

On Monday, UK MP Priti Patel addressed the British Parliament and offered condolences to people affected buy violence in Bangladesh.

Patel appealed to government led by British PM Keir Starmer to take "robust action" in order to protect life.

"I am deeply concerned by the awful violence we have seen in Bangladesh, and my thoughts are with those affected. In Parliament this afternoon, I called on the Government to set out how they are engaging with the Bangladeshi Government on this pressing and important issue," said Patel

"Robust action needs to be taken to protect life and prevent violence and persecution, including based on religious belief," she added.