Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Pranay Verma said India is eager to advance relations with Bangladesh’s new government based on mutual respect, shared interests, and the aspirations of both peoples. He made the remarks on Sunday, February 22, after a courtesy meeting with Foreign Minister Dr. Khalilur Rahman and State Minister Shama Obaid Islam at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dhaka.

Verma emphasized India’s commitment to a forward-looking, people-centric approach to strengthen bilateral cooperation. He described people-to-people exchanges as a vital component of the relationship and reiterated India’s desire to work together in a positive, constructive, and future-oriented manner. He also reaffirmed India’s support for Bangladesh as a democratic, progressive, and inclusive society and expressed readiness to enhance engagement with the new government.

Addressing a question on visa issues, Verma did not specify a timeline but indicated optimism about resolving the matter soon to improve connectivity between the two countries.