Following a bilateral meeting between Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit, India issued a statement reaffirming its support for a democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive, and inclusive Bangladesh. Modi highlighted that cooperation between the two nations has delivered tangible benefits for their people and urged avoidance of rhetoric that could harm the diplomatic environment. On border issues, Modi emphasized the strict enforcement of laws to prevent illegal nighttime crossings. Expressing concern over the safety of the Hindu community in Bangladesh, he called for strengthened protection and transparent investigations. Modi congratulated Yunus on becoming the new BIMSTEC Chair and reaffirmed that all mutual concerns between India and Bangladesh can be addressed through dialogue and mutual understanding.