Diplomatic Waters: India and Bangladesh Exchange Fishermen

Bangladesh and India have exchanged fishermen held in each other's custody, with Bangladesh releasing 47 Indian fishermen and India releasing 38 Bangladeshi counterparts. This reciprocal gesture comes amid strained bilateral relations, prioritizing humanitarian and livelihood concerns of fishing communities on both sides.

In a gesture aimed at easing bilateral tensions, Bangladesh and India conducted a reciprocal exchange of fishermen held in each other's custody. Bangladesh released 47 Indian fishermen, while India freed 38 Bangladeshi fishermen.

The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted the humanitarian and livelihood concerns that motivated this exchange. This development underscores the importance both nations place on the safety and welfare of their respective fishing communities.

The diplomatic move follows a similar exchange earlier this year and occurs amidst strained relations between the two countries, partly due to political shifts and concerns over minority safety in Bangladesh.

(With inputs from agencies.)