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India-Bangladesh Relations 'Organic', Continuous Dialogue Essential: Riaz Hamidullah.
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News18•27-09-2026, 11:27
India-Bangladesh Relations 'Organic', Continuous Dialogue Essential: Riaz Hamidullah.
- •Bangladesh's High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah described India-Bangladesh relations as natural and based on interdependence.
- •He stated that continuous dialogue and contact should persist despite differences in ideas and perspectives.
- •Hamidullah emphasized broadening people-to-people contact, especially among students and universities, between the two nations.
- •He highlighted the 'Ilish Fest' as a symbol of cultural connection, bringing people closer and fostering mutual understanding.
- •The High Commissioner noted that Ilish is not just a dish but a symbol that opens new avenues for dialogue and strengthens togetherness.
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Bangladesh's High Commissioner to India, Riaz Hamidullah, described India-Bangladesh relations as natural, based on interdependence, and characterized by an organic connection driven by shared interests.
The Bangladesh High Commission organized the 'Ilish Fest' to celebrate culinary heritage, strengthen cultural connections, and bring people closer, noting that Ilish fish holds special emotional significance for Bengalis.
Riaz Hamidullah emphasized broadening people-to-people contact, specifically highlighting the need to increase exchanges among students, schoolchildren, and universities to foster direct dialogue and mutual understanding across society.
