BNP seeks total reset in ties with India as Tarique Rahman prepares to lead Bangladesh

Kabir described Hasina, who fled to India after the 2024 uprising, as a “terrorist”, who he said was responsible for over 1,500 deaths.

He urged that the Indian government must not be seen “as complicit in any activities that undermine Bangladesh’s sovereignty.”

“Once that is addressed, normal diplomatic cooperation can resume. We are neighbours and should work together for mutual benefit,” he added.

Kabir dismissed concerns of communal violence in Bangladesh, stating that “even during the five days without a government after the August uprising, an unprecedented situation, no one attacked minorities. That shows communal harmony here. The problem doesn’t exist in the way it’s sometimes projected.”

He further called for stronger regional cooperation on counter-terrorism.

“Isolation hinders progress. Elected governments must exchange information and work together to track extremists, terrorists, and build confidence,” Kabir said.

Bangladesh likely to invite PM Modi for Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in

Bangladesh is in the process of inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other regional leaders to attend the swearing-in ceremony of the country’s next Prime Minister, Rahman, on February 17, reported PTI.

Dhaka has already informed New Delhi about its plans for the ceremony, according to the reports.

The swearing-in is expected to take place in Dhaka, with leaders from across South Asia likely to be invited.

Officials indicated that invitations are being extended to several countries in the region, though there was no immediate confirmation on which leaders would attend.

There was no official word on whether Prime Minister Narendra Modi would travel to Dhaka for the ceremony.