As a gesture of goodwill and friendship, Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus is sending 1,000 kilograms of Haribhanga mangoes to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This initiative aims to strengthen the warm and friendly relations between the two neighbouring countries.
Mangoes to Reach New Delhi on July 15
According to an official from the Bangladesh High Commission, the mangoes will arrive in New Delhi, the capital of India, on Monday, July 15. After reaching there, the mangoes will be shared not only with Prime Minister Modi, but also with Indian diplomats and senior government officials, as part of the friendship gesture.
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Mamata Banerjee Also to Receive Mangoes
Along with PM Modi, the Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee, will also receive a mango gift from the interim government of Bangladesh. This shows that the gesture is extended to other key leaders in India as well.
Mangoes for Tripura Sent Earlier
Earlier, on Thursday, July 11, Bangladesh sent 300 kilograms of Haribhanga mangoes as gifts to the Chief Minister of Tripura and other well-known individuals in the state. The mangoes were sent through the Akhaura land port at 5:15 PM, packed in 60 cartons.
A Tradition of Gift Exchange
Every year, the Bangladesh government sends seasonal gifts, especially mangoes and other fruits, to the Tripura state government and other important Indian figures. In return, the Tripura government sends back delicious fruits, especially their famous juicy “Queen” variety pineapples, to Bangladesh as a symbol of goodwill.
‘Mango Diplomacy’ Continues
This entire mango-gifting effort has been organized by the Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is being carried out through an official exporter.
This initiative is often called “Mango Diplomacy”, a tradition that started during the previous administrations and still continues today. It represents friendship, goodwill, and mutual respect between Bangladesh and India.
Source: TBS
