Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:46am on 17 Aug 2024,Saturday India Global
On August 16, 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Muhammad Yunus, the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, to address concerns about the safety of Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh. This call follows the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh, including the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and the establishment of a new interim government. Modi reiterated India’s support for a democratic, stable, and peaceful Bangladesh. The discussion highlights India's focus on ensuring the protection of minority groups in Bangladesh amid ongoing internal political changes. This was the first direct communication between Modi and Yunus since the recent political developments.