Strengthening Ties: Modi Invites Rahman to India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to visit India to enhance bilateral relations. Modi emphasized shared cultural ties and collaborative goals, congratulating Rahman on BNP's electoral victory. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended the swearing-in ceremony in Dhaka, highlighting India's support for Bangladesh's democratic progress.

In a diplomatic gesture aimed at fortifying bilateral ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended an invitation to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and his family to visit India. The gesture underscores the strong cultural bond and shared aspirations between the neighboring nations.

In his congratulatory letter, Modi praised Rahman on the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's substantial victory in the recent parliamentary elections. Highlighting the convergence of developmental priorities, Modi expressed eagerness to collaborate on regional cooperation and various sectors including connectivity, trade, and skill development.

Speaker of the Lok Sabha, Om Birla, who represented India at the swearing-in ceremony in Dhaka, reiterated India's commitment to supporting Bangladesh's journey towards a democratic and inclusive society. Modi, unable to attend due to a prior engagement with French President Emmanuel Macron, conveyed his regards as Bangladesh embarks on a new chapter of governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)