India was the first country to recognize Bangladesh as a separate and independent state and established diplomatic relations with the country immediately after its independence in December 1971. We have several commonality which is reflected in our multi-dimensional and expanding relations. In the last four decades, the two countries have continued towardsan institutional framework to promote bilateral cooperation in all areas.
Recent Developments India-Bangladesh Inland and Coastal Waterways Connectivity
India-Bangladesh Land Boundary Agreement (LBA)
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India’s 4,096 Km long border with Bangladesh is the longest and accounts for nearly 27% of the total land border. As many as five Indian states share the border with Bangladesh: West Bengal, Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram.
Sharing of River Waters
The Joint Rivers Commission (JRC)
History of JRC and Trans-boundary Rivers
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Teesta River Water Dispute
The Farakka Barrage Dispute
The origin of the dispute can be traced back to the Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Peace signed by the then Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and Bangladesh’s founding leader and Prime Minister Sheik Mujibur Rahman on 19th March,1972.
This treaty essentially regarded the lean season flows related to actual flows at various levels not exceeding 75% dependable flows, as in past agreements.
India’s Maritime Dispute with Bangladesh
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Bilateral Trade and Investment
The first Trade Agreement between India and Bangladesh was signed in 1972 and this was last renewed during PM’s visit in June 2015 for a period of 5 years with a provision for auto renewal.
Border Haats
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Power and Energy Sector Cooperation
Connectivity
Road Connectivity
Rail Connectivity
Port Connectivity
Air Connectivity
Cultural Relations