India to consider 'all related developments' on Teesta project amid Bangladesh-China discussions
India stated it would consider "all related developments" in formulating its approach to the Teesta river project, following Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to China, where the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) was discussed. India's development assistance to Bangladesh is based on mutually agreed roadmaps. The sharing of Teesta river water has been a long-standing issue between India and Bangladesh, in a deadlock since 2011. India's statement did not express displeasure but reiterated its stance on the project, emphasizing that India-Bangladesh ties stand on their own merit.
Key Points
- India will factor in "all related developments" concerning the Teesta river project, including Bangladesh's discussions with China.
- Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman discussed the Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) with China.
- India's development assistance to Bangladesh operates on mutually agreed and regularly reviewed roadmaps.
- The sharing of Teesta river water has been a contentious issue between India and Bangladesh, deadlocked since 2011.
- The MEA clarified that India's statement does not indicate displeasure, asserting that bilateral ties stand independently.
Exam Facts
- The Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project (TRCMRP) was discussed between Bangladesh and China.
- The sharing of Teesta river water has been under discussion between India and Bangladesh for decades but has been in a deadlock since 2011.
- Randhir Jaiswal is the official spokesperson of the External Affairs Ministry.
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