Amid ongoing diplomatic strains between Bangladesh and India, a unique gesture of goodwill arrived at Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s residence in New Delhi—1,000 kilograms of the prized Bangladeshi "Himsagar" mangoes, known locally as Haribhanga, sent by Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus.

This continuation of “mango diplomacy” by Bangladesh’s interim government has surprised many political observers. In South Asia, mangoes are not merely fruit—they have historically served as diplomatic tools, symbols of political overture, and even the center of intrigue.

Geopolitical analysts view this move as a strategic attempt by the Yunus-led administration to thaw frosty ties with India, leveraging cultural diplomacy rooted in regional tradition.