Sanchita Chatterjee, BS News Agency: Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has congratulated Suvendu Adhikari on assuming the office of Chief Minister of West Bengal. A statement conveying congratulations has also been issued on behalf of the Awami League. Just this Friday, Hasina and her party, the Awami League, had extended their congratulations and best wishes to the BJP—and specifically to Suvendu Adhikari—for their landslide victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections (West Bengal Election 2026). Following his swearing-in ceremony on Saturday morning, Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League once again sent messages conveying their good wishes.
The party's statement reads: The Bangladesh Awami League extends its heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the public leader, Suvendu Adhikari, on his absolute victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections in India and on his assumption of office as Chief Minister.
Press Release
May 9, 2026
Greetings and Congratulations from Awami League President Sheikh Hasina to Shri Suvendu Adhikari on Being Elected Chief Minister of West Bengal, India
In her message of greetings, Sheikh Hasina stated: "On the occasion of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) landslide victory in the West Bengal Assembly elections in India, and upon his assumption of office as the state's Chief Minister, I extend my sincere congratulations and heartfelt best wishes to Suvendu Adhikari—both on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Bangladesh."
"This mandate from the people of West Bengal is a manifestation of their deep affection for Suvendu Adhikari's dynamic and people-oriented leadership. West Bengal holds a unique position in the history of the genuine friendship that exists between Bangladesh and India. Given the shared linguistic, cultural, and traditional bonds that tie us together, I am confident that under his leadership, this relationship will reach new heights in the future."
"As neighbors, we have always wished for the prosperity and peace of West Bengal. I hope that the long-standing tradition of mutual cooperation between us will gain further momentum during Shri Suvendu Adhikari's tenure, and that we will continue to work together as partners for the shared development and welfare of the people of both Bengals."
Hasina further added: "I wish Suvendu Adhikari and all members of the newly elected cabinet of West Bengal continued success, good health, and longevity; and I extend my constant best wishes to all citizens of West Bengal."
In a separate message of greetings, issued on behalf of the Central Executive Committee of the Bangladesh Awami League, it was stated that the mandate of the people of West Bengal serves as a unique recognition of Suvendu Adhikari's dynamic leadership. We firmly believe that, through this new journey, the deep-rooted bonds of shared history, language, and culture existing between Bangladesh and West Bengal will reach new heights.
The statement further notes that, as a neighboring nation, Bangladesh shares a long-standing history of genuine friendship and cooperation with India. During the tenure of the newly elected government of West Bengal, this bilateral relationship and the momentum of mutual development are expected to gain even greater vigor.
The Bangladesh Awami League extends its best wishes for the success and good health of Suvendu Adhikari and all members of the cabinet, as well as for the continued peace and prosperity of the entire populace of West Bengal.
Significantly, this statement was issued on behalf of the Office Cell of the Bangladesh Awami League, located at the party's headquarters on Bangabandhu Avenue in Dhaka.