'No endorsement': India clarifies stand on former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's presser
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has clarified that the government had no role in a recent press conference held by former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in New Delhi. The event, hosted by a private media organization, drew criticism from the current Bangladesh government, which labeled it an affront to their sovereignty.
Why it matters
This highlights the delicate diplomatic balancing act India must maintain regarding the political instability in neighboring Bangladesh.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday (August 7, 2026) clarified that New Delhi had no role in former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's media interaction in the national capital, reiterating that the press conference was hosted independently by a private press organisation.
Addressing a weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised that India does not endorse the remarks made during the event, stating, "The Government had no role to play in what was an event by a private media entity. The Government does not endorse anything said at the forum, especially with regard to the duly constituted Government of Bangladesh."
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