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We are neighbours; we have to live together: Indian army chief

Kolkata Correspondent || risingbd.com

Published: 20:20, 13 January 2025  
We are neighbours; we have to live together: Indian army chief

Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi

Indian Army chief General Upendra Dwivedi has said, “Bangladesh is also strategically important to India. We are neighbours; we have to live together and understand each other, and any kind of animosity is not in each other's interest”.

General Dwivedi said this at his first press briefing after taking charge as the chief of army staff on Monday.

He referenced a recent statement by the Bangladesh army chief, in which the latter had acknowledged the mutual strategic importance shared by the two nations.

He said there was currently no vulnerability from either side, adding: “I was in touch with the chief of Bangladesh [Army] even when this changeover took place. In November, we had a video conference also.”

Talking about military cooperation, Dwivedi said ties remained strong, with Indian officers participating in programs at Bangladesh's National Defence College (NDC).

While joint exercises have been postponed due to the ongoing situation, General Dwivedi expressed optimism, saying: “As and when the situation improves, that exercise will also go on. As of now, the relationship with the military is well and perfect.”
 

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