Modi government stopped railway projects to punish Bangladesh because of… looking for alternatives, knowing what it means
Relations between India and Bangladesh are in trouble as the former has stopped the railway connection project worth Rs 50,000 crore. The decision reflects India’s serious concern over the growing politics of Bangladesh and its strategic shifts to other countries in the region. From a panoramic perspective, India sees Bangladesh’s political shift as a threatening situation of interest in South Asia.
Modi government stopped railway projects to punish Bangladesh because of… looking for alternatives, knowing what it means
Relations between India and Bangladesh are in trouble as the former has stopped the railway connection project worth Rs 50,000 crore. The decision reflects India’s serious concern over the growing politics of Bangladesh and its strategic shifts to other countries in the region. From a panoramic perspective, India sees Bangladesh’s political shift as a threatening situation of interest in South Asia.
Why did India stop railway projects in Bangladesh?
After the overthrow of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, the country saw the rise of extremist Islamist elements of political and political violence in Bangladesh. The Hindu religious minorities are also facing threats there, and the Modi government has been on guard. This prompted India to look for possible alternatives such as Nepal and Bhutan.
Modi government, head of its interim government, issued a statement in China, “India’s seven states, eastern India, are known as the seven sisters. They are inland areas of India. They cannot contact the ocean. We (Bangladesh) are the only guardians of this region.” The statement also prompted India to improve railway connectivity and infrastructure in the northeast by quadrupled the railway network.
Earlier, India began these railway projects as part of increasing connectivity to the Northeast through Bangladesh, but, after its ever-changing position and security issues, India now hopes to reduce its dependence on Bangladesh.
Yunus challenged India’s initiative in his statement, as an economic and security provider in its own region, China’s purpose for this is strategic from a security perspective.
meaning
India’s shift to Nepal and Bhutan reflects a strategic move to offset China’s growing South Asian influence through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). By strengthening ties with these countries, India aims to ensure its economic interests and promote regional stability. As India redirects focus and resources, it is expected that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Railways will release detailed project plans soon. The success of these initiatives is crucial for regional integration and ensuring access to Northeast India.
