New Delhi: After the recent referendum results in Bangladesh, a new stir is stuff seen in the politics of South Asia. Meanwhile India made its views well-spoken on the situation by taking swift diplomatic initiative. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has spoken on phone to senior Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader Tariq Rahman. BNP has won big in the recent elections. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Tariq on his victory in the elections. The two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral relations. Modi expressed happiness over BNP's victory. Tariq Rehman thanked. Both well-set to remoter deepen India-Bangladesh relations. Verge security and trade were moreover discussed. Issues of expatriate Bangladeshis moreover arose.
What is the significance of BNP's victory?
BNP won a majority in the elections. This is the first major transpiration of power without Sheikh Hasina's government. Tariq Rehman is now in the lead role. He has old contacts with India.
What is the stance of Modi government?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India wants good relations with Bangladesh. Insisted on neighbor first policy. They will increase cooperation on security and development. He said that it is necessary to restore trust between the two countries.
Delighted to speak with Mr. Tarique Rahman. I congratulated him on the remarkable victory in the Bangladesh elections.
I conveyed my weightier wishes and support in his endeavour to fulfil the aspirations of the people of Bangladesh.
As two tropical neighbours with deep-rooted…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 13, 2026How is the political situation in Bangladesh?
Political transpiration came without Sheikh Hasina's government. BNP won by a large margin. Tariq Rehman was abroad. Now he is in an zippy role. The process of forming a new government is going on.
What effect on India-Bangladesh relations?
Modi-Tariq's talks brought warmth in relations. There is hope to reduce tension on the border. Trade and connectivity will increase. There will be cooperation on migrant issues.
What is the reaction of other leaders?
BNP leaders thanked Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Congress tabbed it positive. He said that India should maintain good relations with neighboring countries.
What are the possibilities ahead?
Talks will increase without the insemination of the new government. Modi's visit to Dhaka is possible. This will increase conviction in both countries. This will be an important step for regional stability. This conversation is a new whence in India-Bangladesh relations. Both sides gave positive signals. Remoter progress is expected in the coming months.
