Highlighting the historic bond, Indian President Droupadi Murmu has expressed hope that the relations between Bangladesh and India will further be strengthened in the coming days based on goodwill, trust, understanding and mutual respect.
She made the remarks when outgoing Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Muhammad Imran met her at her office, Rashtrapati Bhavan, on Tuesday.
During the meeting, the high commissioner conveyed greetings and warm regards from the president and the prime minister of Bangladesh.
They discussed various issues of bilateral cooperation including the recent visit of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to India, which has further consolidated the existing relationships between Bangladesh and India, said the Bangladesh High Commission in a media release.
The outgoing envoy thanked the government and the people of India for their all-out support during his tenure.
He also invited the dignitary to pay a visit to Bangladesh.
The outgoing high commissioner expressed hope the president of India will be able to visit Bangladesh at her convenience.
The president of India appreciated the high commissioner for his role during his tenure and wished all the successes in the coming days.