New Delhi, 13 February (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke directly with Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairman Tarique Rahman by phone on Friday, felicitating him on the parliamentary election triumph.In an X post,PM Modi shared details of the conversation, conveying best wishes and India's steadfast support for Rahman's endeavors to fulfill Bangladeshi aspirations while reiterating New Delhi's unwavering commitment to peace, progress, and prosperity for both neighboring nations bound by profound historical and cultural ties.

This call followed Modi's earlier social media congratulations, stating: Heartiest congratulations to Tarique Rahman for leading BNP to a decisive victory—reflecting Bangladeshi trust in your leadership. India stands with democratic, progressive, inclusive Bangladesh, expressing eagerness to strengthen multifaceted relations and advance shared development goals; Rahman, son of ex-President Ziaur Rahman and ex-PM Khaleda Zia, returned from 17-year London exile December 25 last year with wife Dr. Zubaida Rahman and daughter Zaima.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar