Relations with Bangladesh Could Change if Government Changes: Indian Army Chief

International Desk

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has stated that a change in government in Bangladesh could lead to a shift in Delhi’s relationship with Dhaka. At the same time, he emphasized that the relationship between the militaries of Bangladesh and India is extremely strong, with both countries regularly exchanging notes.

He made these remarks on Saturday, March 8, at an event titled “India Today Conclave” in Delhi, as reported by NDTV and PTI.

Additionally, speaking on the relationship between Pakistan and China, the Indian Army Chief said that there is a high level of collusion between the two countries, which must be acknowledged.

In his address, Upendra Dwivedi discussed the Indian Army’s future preparedness, lessons learned from ongoing conflicts, the situation in Bangladesh, and the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LOC).

Responding to a question about Pakistan’s growing “closeness” with Bangladesh, General Dwivedi said, “There is a country at the epicenter of terrorism, and I am concerned about any neighboring country’s relationship with that country. I should be worried because the path of terrorism could also be used from that country. This is my primary concern.”

Regarding India-Bangladesh relations, Dwivedi said that a change in government in Dhaka could bring changes to India-Bangladesh ties, but it would be premature to draw conclusions at this stage.

He further added, “I want to make it clear that the relationship between the militaries of Bangladesh and India is currently very strong. We regularly exchange notes to avoid any misunderstandings or doubts.”