Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s much-discussed visit to India does not appear likely in the immediate future, according to a report by Hindustan Times.

Diplomatic sources said there is currently no concrete indication that the visit will take place soon. Both countries’ top leaderships have busy schedules, while several bilateral issues remain unresolved.

Busy Schedules of Top Leaders
Tarique Rahman is expected to have a packed international schedule in the coming months, with possible visits to Japan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia under consideration. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also scheduled to attend several regional and international engagements, including ASEAN-related programmes and other overseas visits.

India has also invited Bangladesh to participate in its outreach initiatives related to BRICS. However, the timing of a possible bilateral meeting between the two prime ministers remains uncertain.

Trade and Consular Talks Also Pending
Several bilateral issues, including trade, consular services and other diplomatic matters, are yet to be resolved. The two countries have been discussing the possibility of holding working-level meetings to address these concerns.

According to diplomatic sources, the two sides are maintaining communication, but there is currently no confirmed schedule for a high-level visit.

Visit Not Cancelled
The sources, however, stressed that the possibility of Tarique Rahman visiting India has not been ruled out. The timing will largely depend on the schedules of the two governments and progress on bilateral issues.

Earlier, there had been speculation that Tarique Rahman might visit India in November. However, recent developments suggest that such a visit is unlikely to take place immediately.

Sheikh Hasina Issue Also Important
The issue of former prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s extradition is also considered an important factor in Bangladesh-India relations. Dhaka has previously raised the matter with New Delhi, while India’s position on the issue remains significant to the overall bilateral relationship.

Against this backdrop, diplomatic observers believe that a potential visit by Tarique Rahman to India will depend on the broader political and diplomatic environment between the two countries.