The swearing-in of Bangladesh’s new BNP-led government in Dhaka sparked a flurry of India-Bangladesh diplomatic interactions. A highlight was Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s meeting with opposition figure Dr. Shafiqur Rahman, Ameer of Jamaat-e-Islami, on the sidelines of the ceremony.
In a cordial exchange, Misri congratulated Rahman on assuming his opposition leadership and reaffirmed India’s unwavering backing for Bangladesh. He portrayed the bilateral dynamic as people-driven, with vast cooperative domains centered on grassroots benefits.
Dr. Rahman highlighted shared civilizational heritage and historical bonds, expressing eagerness to fortify relations. Such cross-party outreach bodes well for political stability.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla also met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, congratulating him and extending an official visit invite. Birla’s X post celebrated the occasion and India’s support for Bangladesh’s democratic journey toward progress and inclusivity.
Commitments were made for joint efforts benefiting citizens. Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah revealed PM Rahman’s warm wishes to India and PM Modi, stressing collaborative elevation of ties via public welfare initiatives.
Following a landmark win in the 13th elections, Tarique Rahman became the 11th PM, igniting hopes for accelerated bilateral momentum. These meetings exemplify India’s proactive diplomacy in fostering enduring South Asian partnerships.