India has said it will take “all necessary actions to protect its national interests” after reports emerged that Bangladesh’s new administration is reviewing around 101 bilateral agreements and MoUs signed during former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s 15‑year tenure. The review follows major political changes in Dhaka, where the BNP‑led government has begun reassessing deals to determine whether they align with Bangladesh’s current priorities.
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that New Delhi has seen media reports about the review but has not received any official communication from Dhaka. He emphasised that India remains committed to safeguarding its strategic, economic, and security interests.
Bangladesh’s review reportedly covers a wide range of arrangements — from infrastructure projects to transit agreements. Dhaka is examining India’s transit access through Chattogram and Mongla ports, including fees, routes, and operational terms. Officials in Bangladesh have clarified that no blanket cancellations are planned; instead, each agreement is being evaluated individually.
The reassessment also includes power‑related cooperation, such as electricity supplied from India’s Adani Power Godda plant, where payment delays and foreign‑exchange pressures have complicated operations. India has extended over $7 billion in Lines of Credit for Bangladeshi infrastructure, and some projects are undergoing feasibility checks due to delays or changes in procurement terms.
Despite the political churn, border security cooperation between the two nations remains active, focusing on smuggling, illegal migration, and militant activity along the shared frontier. Dhaka is also seeking broader engagement with China, the US, and ASEAN, signalling a recalibration of its foreign policy.