How India’s Future Is Interlinked With Neighbours, Former Army Chief Tells Amid Bangladesh Unrest

Former Chief of Army Staff, General Manoj Naravane (Retd) emphasised India's commitment to fostering good relations with neighbouring countries, highlighting the interconnectedness of regional well-being. He stated that India's future is linked to its neighbours, underscoring the importance of maintaining positive ties amid turmoil in Bangladesh. Speaking about Bangladesh, Naravane refrained from commenting on internal matters, stressing India's focus on nurturing relationships. He noted that political rhetoric often spreads misinformation, emphasising the need for constructive engagement.He said, "India has always tried to maintain good relations with other nations... We don't comment on others' situations... People say a lot of things in politics,

which are not true... The future of India and its neighbouring countries is interlinked, and we all need and want to maintain good relations with them."This comes amid Bangladesh unrest following the death of student leader Sharif Osman Hadi. Hadi, convenor of Inqilab Moncho, a prominent student activist and a parliamentary candidate for the upcoming February 2026 national elections, died on December 18, 2025, in Singapore while receiving treatment for gunshot wounds sustained during an attack in Dhaka.The funeral prayer service for Sharif Osman Hadi concluded in Bangladesh on Saturday. The prayer service drew a large crowd to pray for the Inqilab Moncho convenor. In accordance with the family's wishes, Hadi was buried beside the grave of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.