‘Shared commitment to peace, stability’: Bangladesh’s BNP thanks PM Modi for wishes after victory in elections | India News
NEW DELHI: The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for accepting the party’s leadership in the national elections, saying it “looks forward to engaging constructively with India to advance our multifaceted relationship”.The party’s official social media handle posted: “Thank you very much, Hon @narendramodi. We deeply appreciate your kind recognition of Mr. Tariq Rahman’s leadership in ensuring BNP’s decisive victory in the national elections. This result reflects the trust and confidence that the people of Bangladesh have placed in our leadership and the democratic process.”
“We look forward to engaging constructively to advance our multilateral relationship, guided by mutual respect, sensitivity to each other’s concerns and a shared commitment to peace, stability and prosperity in our region.”Prime Minister Modi spoke directly to Tariq Rahman on Friday, congratulating him on the party’s victory and reiterating India’s commitment to closer bilateral ties. In a post on X, PM Modi said:“It was a pleasure to speak with Mr. Tariq Rahman. I congratulate him on his remarkable victory in the Bangladesh elections. I offer my best wishes and support in his efforts to fulfill the aspirations of the people of Bangladesh.”The BNP secured a two-thirds majority in the parliamentary elections, winning more than 200 seats and surpassing the 2001 tally of 193. The victory is seen as a step towards political stability after months of unrest since a youth-led uprising ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina in July 2024.BNP founder and former president’s son Tariq Rahman Ziaur RahmanHe is expected to return to Dhaka in December after 18 years in exile and be sworn in as prime minister. Ziaur Rahman, who ruled Bangladesh from 1977 until his assassination in 1981, remains an important figure in the country’s political history.
