PM Modi makes his first international visit since Covid-19 outbreak to Bangladesh. This would reflect India’s solidarity for the neighbouring nation’s economic and social development accomplishments.
In a statement released the day before his two-day tour, Modi conveyed his joy how his first overseas visit since the COVID-19 outbreak would be to “our friendly neighbouring country, with which India shares close cultural, linguistic, and people-to-people relations.”
On March 26, the Prime Minister would fly to Bangladesh at the behest of his Bangladeshi counterpart Sheikh Hasina to actively participate in the country’s National Day celebrations.
“My visit will not only be an occasion to convey appreciation for Bangladesh’s remarkable economic and developmental strides under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s visionary leadership, but also to commit India’s abiding support for these achievements,” he said. “I will also express India’s support and solidarity for Bangladesh’s fight against Covid-19,” he added. Modi said he was looking forward to participating in the National Day celebrations, which will also commemorate the birth centenary of “Bangabandhu” Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the father of the nation of Bangladesh.
On Monday, India declared that the Bangladeshi leader will receive the Gandhi Peace Prize for 2020 for his “immense and unparalleled contribution” for “inspiring the liberation of Bangladesh.” PM Modi said, “Bangabandhu was one of the greatest revolutionaries of the twentieth century, whose life and values continue to inspire millions.”