NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Bangladesh counterpart Tarique Rahman indulged in some Eid diplomacy this week, with Rahman expressing hope in a letter to Modi on Friday that this blessed occasion would further strengthen the longstanding bonds of friendship and people-to-people ties between the two countries.Rahman told Modi that Eid-ul-Fitr is a cherished occasion that reminds all of the enduring values of compassion, solidarity, and harmony. The letter followed Modi's greetings to Rahman and the people of Bangladesh on Eid.Rahman had earlier written to Modi outlining his vision for the India-Bangladesh relationship and indicating that Dhaka is ready to move forward without being inhibited by the past.Rahman, who was voted to office with a landslide majority, made three important points in that letter dated Feb 26. Rahman said Dhaka looked forward to advancing ties based on dignity, equality, mutual trust and respect, and also "benefit-sharing".Third, and in a more personal outreach to Modi, Rahman said in his letter, which was delivered within weeks of his oath-taking, that he's mindful of the Indian PM's vision for Viksit Bharat 2047.
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Published at: 2026-03-21 22:21:50
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