PM Hasina Gets Red Carpet Welcome in New Delhi

A red carpet was rolled out as Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina arrived here today (September 5, 2022) on a four-day state visit at the invitation of her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi, reports UNB.

On arrival at Palam Airport at 11:40 am local time (BD time 12:10 pm), the premier was received by State Minister for Railways and Textiles of India Darshana Vikram Jardosh and Bangladesh High Commissioner to India Muhammad Imran.

A cultural team performed a welcome dance and play musical instruments at the airport.

The visit is seen as significant amid the Ukraine crisis, global economic downturn and ongoing Covid-19 pandemic as the two South Asian neighbours seek enhanced cooperation to overcome the challenges.

The prime minister flew by a VVIP chartered flight of Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

According to the traditional Indian protocol PM Hasina will be formally received by her Indian counterpart on Tuesday morning (September 6), while a ceremonial guard of honour will be accorded to her at the Rastrapati Bhabhan.