Published on 07:49 PM, January 08, 2024

Modi congratulates PM on polls win, vows support

Sheikh Hasina and Narendra Modi

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and congratulated her on her victory for a historic fourth consecutive term in the parliamentary election.

Modi also congratulated the people of Bangladesh on the successful completion of the election. 

In a message shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, the Indian PM said, "We are committed to further strengthen our enduring and people-centric partnership with Bangladesh."

In a separate congratulatory letter sent today, Modi expressed confidence that, as PM Hasina prepares to lead her country for a fourth consecutive term, the historic and close ties between Bangladesh and India would continue to deepen in all areas of partnership.

He affirmed that, as a close friend and trusted development partner of Bangladesh, India would continue to support Bangladesh's aspirations and growth.

In the letter, Modi also conveyed his best wishes to the people of Bangladesh for their continued progress, peace and prosperity.