New Delhi, Sept. 17 -- Whether it is politics or the economy, neither Bangladesh nor India can ignore their dependence on each other. After Bangladesh's mass uprising in 2024, bilateral relations remain gloomy, with little indication of stability. Multiple issues have shaped the relationship adversely. Following the election under the interim government, a new BNP-led government was formed in Bangladesh, but it has still not been able to capitalise on the relationship in a positive manner.

Bangladesh is India's largest trading partner in South Asia, while India has become Bangladesh's largest export destination in Asia. However, over the past few years, the relationship has deteriorated due to a lack of trust and an unwillingness to coop...