• In his first meeting with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged India's concerns over the safety of minorities.

• During the 40-minute meeting that took place on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok, PM Modi also underscored India’s support for a democratic, stable, peaceful, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh.

• At the meeting, Yunus also flagged the issues of the extradition of deposed Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and border killings.

• This was the first meeting between Modi and Yunus since Hasina’s ouster in August 2024.

• A student-led mass protest resulted in the ouster of Hasina’s over 15 years of rule on August 5, 2024. Three days later, Yunus assumed charge as the Chief Adviser of the Interim government.

• Since then, the ties between India and Bangladesh have seen a slump amid New Delhi’s concerns over the violence targeting Hindus.

• During his visit to China, Yunus urged Beijing to extend its economic influence to Bangladesh, controversially mentioning that India’s northeastern states being landlocked could prove to be an opportunity.

• PM Modi told Yunus that the strict enforcement of the law and prevention of illegal border crossings, especially at night, are necessary for maintaining border security and stability.

• PM Modi congratulated Yunus on Bangladesh assuming the Chair of BIMSTEC.

(The author is a trainer for Civil Services aspirants.)