Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent warmest wishes to Bangladesh on its National Day in a letter to Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. In his message, PM Modi pointed out the deep meaning of the 1971 Liberation War, stressing that it was instrumental in forging the strong and abiding bond between India and Bangladesh.
The Prime Minister once again articulated India's unshakeable commitment to strengthening the bilateral relationship, emphasizing mutual sensitivity to one another's concerns and interests. He said, "We remain committed to advancing this partnership, driven by our common aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity, and based on mutual sensitivity to each other's interests and concerns.
President Droupadi Murmu also extended her warmest greetings to her Bangladeshi counterpart, Mohammed Shahabuddin, reaffirming India's commitment to a democratic and progressive Bangladesh. She mentioned the diversity of India-Bangladesh relations, having cooperation across various fields like trade, connectivity, development partnerships, and cultural exchanges. President Murmu reiterated, "India reiterates its support for a democratic, stable, inclusive, peaceful, and progressive Bangladesh.
Bangladesh National Day on March 26 marks the day of the nation's 1971 independence proclamation from Pakistan.
India was the first country to accept Bangladesh as an independent state on December 6, 1971. In March 2021, Prime Minister Modi declared this date as India-Bangladesh Friendship Day (Moitree Diwas), to honor the strong friendship between the two countries.
Such discussions reflect the well-established and emerging collaboration between Bangladesh and India, built on their shared past, respect for one another, and shared hopes of peace and prosperity within the region.
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