In a letter to Bangladesh's Yunus, PM Modi highlights sensitivity to 'mutual concerns'

On the occasion of Bangladesh's National Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a stirring message to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, underscoring the significance of mutual sensitivity to each other’s interests and concerns.

The Indian PM, while extending his heartfelt greetings to the Bangladeshi leader and its people, said, "India remains committed to advancing its partnership with Bangladesh, driven by the common aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity, and based on mutual sensitivity to each other's interests and concerns."

"Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration," Modi wrote to Yunus in a letter.

In his message, Modi also reflected on the strong historical bond between India and Bangladesh, calling March 26 "a testament to our shared history and sacrifices."

The Prime Minister’s words celebrated the unwavering spirit of Bangladesh’s Liberation War, which continues to inspire the relationship between the two countries.

"The spirit of the Liberation War of Bangladesh continues to remain a guiding light for our relationship, which has flourished across multiple domains, bringing tangible benefits to our peoples," Modi wrote.

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Bangladesh Day commemorates the neighbouring country's bold declaration of independence in 1971, when the country, till then a part of Pakistan, declared its independence.

PM Modi's letter comes at a time when India and Bangladesh relations are witnessing a slum amid New Delhi's concerns over the reported violence against Hindus and the rise of hardline Islamist forces in the country, especially after the formation of a new interim government headed by Yunus.

Next week, both Modi and Yunus are set to meet at the Bimstec summit in Thailand - the first time since Yunus assumed the office.

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Both leaders will participate in the Bimstec summit in Bangkok on April 3-4. While Dhaka has sought a bilateral meeting, India has so far been quiet on the issue.

President Murmu extends her felicitations to Bangladesh

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended felicitations on the occasion of the National Day of Bangladesh on Wednesday.

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President Droupadi Murmu's message to Mohammed Shahabuddin, President of Bangladesh, stated, "On behalf of the government, the people of India and on my behalf, I extend warm greetings and felicitations to Your Excellency and the friendly people of Bangladesh on the occasion of your National Day."