Sangsad Bhaban, June 22 -- BNP lawmaker GM Siraj on Monday urged the Indian government to restrain West Bengal political leader Suvendu Adhikari over what he described as anti-Bangladesh remarks that are harming relations between the two neighbouring countries.

Taking part in the discussion on the proposed national budget for FY2026-27 in Parliament, Siraj said he was making a respectful appeal to the Modi government through the Speaker.

"Through you, Honourable Speaker, I would like to call upon the Modi government to stop Suvendu Babu. The anti-Bangladesh statements he occasionally makes have become an obstacle to India-Bangladesh friendship," he said.

Siraj also said former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is no longer relevant to Bangl...