New Delhi, Feb. 20 -- India today said it looks forward to engaging with the new government in Bangladesh under Tarique Rahman.

Days after Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended the swearing-in ceremony of Tarique Rahman as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh and handed over a personal letter from PM Modi, the MEA spokesperson said at a briefing today:"You would be aware that Prime Minister congratulated Bangladesh Prime Minister Mr Tarique Rahman soon after his election victory. Hon'ble Speaker of Lok Sabha, Shri Om Birla, attended the swearing-in ceremony on Feb 17, 2026, and handed over a letter from the Prime Minister to PM Rahman.

"The letter underlined India's commitment to support a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. Build...