Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. -Collage PhotoDHAKA, Feb 17, 2026 (BSS) – Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his warm congratulations to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on his electoral victory and expressed his wish to work together for the well being of the two peoples. Indian high commission in Dhaka released the letter where Modi wished new Bangladesh premier every success as he assumed the “high responsibilities of the office”. Modi also pointed out that India and Bangladesh shared a “deep-rooted friendship” based on common history, cultural bonds and shared aspirations” while the friendship. The Indian premier said that as two fast-growing economies and aspiring societies, India and Bangladesh could truly become catalysts for each other’s sustainable growth, security and prosperity.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 17, 2026 14:50 UTC