President Murmu Affirms India’s Enduring Friendship with Bangladesh

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 28th Feb. President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday reiterated India’s deep-rooted friendship and partnership with Bangladesh, emphasizing the shared history, culture, and developmental journey between the two nations.

Addressing a youth delegation from Bangladesh at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Murmu expressed pride in India’s role as a friend and ally during the Liberation War of Bangladesh and reiterated India’s commitment to supporting Bangladesh’s development.

The President highlighted the unique bond between India and Bangladesh, emphasizing the cultural connections, mutual respect, and shared values that unite the two countries. She underscored the importance of preserving and nurturing this spirit of camaraderie, which serves as the foundation for the enduring relationship between India and Bangladesh.

President Murmu emphasized the significance of India-Bangladesh ties, describing it as a relationship of the heart and soul. She noted the deep cultural links and common interests shared by both nations, including art, music, cricket, and cuisine. The President also celebrated the shared heritage reflected in the national anthems and cultural icons like Rabindranath Tagore and Kazi Nazrul Islam.

Highlighting India’s unwavering commitment to its friendship with Bangladesh, President Murmu expressed India’s dedication to realizing the full potential of bilateral cooperation. She commended the vibrant youth populations of both countries, urging them to harness their potential to shape a sustainable and peaceful world.

President Murmu encouraged the youth delegation to explore various aspects of India’s diversity and advancements in science, technology, and arts. She emphasized the importance of strengthening the bonds of peace, prosperity, and friendship between India and Bangladesh, while working towards building a brighter future for both nations.

Concluding her address, President Murmu applauded the youth delegation as ambassadors of goodwill, representing the enduring spirit of cooperation and friendship that characterizes the India-Bangladesh relationship. She underscored the significance of initiatives like the Bangladesh Youth Delegation program in fostering mutual understanding and promoting cultural exchange between the youth of both countries.