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Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled his association with former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia in a condolence letter written to Tariq Rahman, son of Bangladesh Nationalist Party. PM Modi expressed hope that the people of Bangladesh will continue to be inspired by shared values, democratic traditions and a deep sense of national unity.
Mentioned about meeting with Khaleda Zia
Expressing his condolences, PM Modi wrote in the letter that I remember well the meeting and discussions with Begum Sahiba in Dhaka in June 2015. She (Khalida Zia) was a leader of extraordinary determination and determination and achieved the distinction of being the first woman Prime Minister of Bangladesh. PM Modi wrote that along with the development of Bangladesh, he also made many important contributions in strengthening India-Bangladesh relations.
What did PM Modi say in his condolence message?
PM Modi said in his condolence message that her (Khalida Zia) demise has created an irreparable void, but her vision and legacy will remain immortal. I am confident that his ideals will be carried forward in the Bangladesh Nationalist Party and will continue to guide us in enriching the deep and historic partnership between India and Bangladesh and ensuring a new beginning.
Tariq Rehman is a strong contender for the post of PM.
Bangladesh’s three-time Prime Minister and BNP chief Khaleda Zia died on Tuesday (December 30) after a prolonged illness. Thousands of people attended his funeral in the capital Dhaka on Wednesday, including dignitaries from different countries. She was buried with state honors next to her husband Ziaur Rahman in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka. Tariq Rehman, a strong contender for the post of Prime Minister in the elections to be held on February 12, is the eldest son of Khaleda Zia.
During the meeting with Tariq Rehman, Jaishankar acknowledged Zia’s contribution to democracy. He expressed hope over the rift in India-Bangladesh relations after the elections to be held in February. India is keeping a close eye on Dhaka’s growing closeness with Pakistan and its all-weather friend China.
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