Look forward to strengthening our multifaceted relations: PM Modi congratulates Tarique Rahman

'I convey my warm congratulations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading BNP to a decisive victory in the Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. This victory shows the trust of the people of Bangladesh in your leadership,' PM Modi wrote.

Congratulating Tarique Rahman on leading Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took to his X handle and said he is looking forward to strengthening the ties with Bangladesh.

"I convey my warm congratulations to Mr. Tarique Rahman on leading BNP to a decisive victory in the Parliamentary elections in Bangladesh. This victory shows the trust of the people of Bangladesh in your leadership," the post read.

"India will continue to stand in support of a democratic, progressive and inclusive Bangladesh. I look forward to working with you to strengthen our multifaceted relations and advance our common development goals," PM wrote.

Earlier in the day, BNP said that it is set to form the government as vote counting is under way for the 13th parliamentary elections in the country.

In a post on X, the BNP Media cell said, "The Bangladesh Nationalist Party-BNP is set to form the government after winning the majority of seats."

Local media reports indicate that the BNP is set to secure a historic win in the elections.

According to the Daily Star, vote counting has been completed in 249 constituencies, with just 50 remaining.

Of the 299 seats, the Daily Star reported that BNP and allies have secured 181 seats, while Jamaat and allies have 61 seats.

These preliminary figures suggest a significant shift in Bangladesh's political landscape.

(With agency inputs)