Dhaka, April 13 -- Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Riva Ganguly Das on Saturday said increasing linkages between the media of India and Bangladesh is an important element in overall growth of bilateral relations between the two countries.

Speaking at an event titled 'Connections 2019' arranged by Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC) Alumni Association at the Jatiya Press Club, she also spoke about Indian government's initiatives to help Bangladeshi students.

"Media plays an important role in highlighting the immense potential and opportunities that exist for all the stakeholders," the Indian envoy said.

She also said the IIMC Alumni Association can play a vital role to take the ties to a new height.

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