President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed warm felicitations to Bangladesh on Wednesday, commemorating the Bangladesh National Day 2025, celebrated annually on March 26. The occasion marks the nation’s historic declaration of independence from Pakistan in 1971.
Key Highlights for Bangladesh National Day 2025 :
President Murmu Highlights Multi-Faceted India-Bangladesh Ties
In her message to Bangladesh’s President Mohammed Shahabuddin, President Droupadi Murmu stated:
“On behalf of the government, the people of India and on my own behalf, I extend warm greetings and felicitations to Your Excellency and to the friendly people of Bangladesh on the occasion of your National Day.”
President Murmu praised the diverse cooperation between India and Bangladesh, including:
- Trade and multimodal connectivity
- Development partnerships
- Power and energy collaboration
- Education and capacity building
- Cultural exchanges and people-to-people ties
Murmu emphasized that Bangladesh remains central to India’s strategic frameworks, including the “Neighbourhood First,” “Act East” policies, the SAGAR doctrine, and the broader Indo-Pacific Vision. She reaffirmed India’s commitment to supporting a democratic, stable, inclusive, peaceful, and progressive Bangladesh.
PM Modi Commits to Strengthening Partnership
In his message to Muhammad Yunus, Chief Adviser of Bangladesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said:
“I extend my felicitations to you and the people of Bangladesh on the occasion of the National Day of Bangladesh. This day stands as a testament to our shared history and sacrifices, which have laid the foundation of our bilateral partnership.”
PM Modi further stressed that the enduring spirit of Bangladesh’s Liberation War continues to guide the flourishing partnership between the two countries, yielding tangible benefits for their peoples.
Modi reiterated India’s unwavering commitment to strengthening ties, driven by shared aspirations of peace, stability, and mutual prosperity, and respecting each other’s interests and concerns.
Historical Significance: Maitri Diwas
December 6, known as Maitri Diwas, is commemorated by India and Bangladesh annually, marking India’s early recognition of Bangladesh as a sovereign nation on December 6, 1971. India was the second country, after Bhutan, to officially recognize Bangladesh’s independence. In March 2021, Prime Minister Modi designated this important date as Bangladesh-India Friendship Day (Moitree Dibosh).
Deepening the Bonds of Friendship
The warm messages exchanged between Indian and Bangladeshi leaders underscore the deep-rooted partnership forged through shared historical events and continued bilateral cooperation. As Bangladesh celebrates its National Day, India continues to stand alongside its neighbor, further strengthening one of South Asia’s most significant regional relationships.
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