Opposition leader Nahid Islam made serious allegations during a rally in the Bangladeshi capital of Dhaka on 31 October 2026. He stated that the government is preparing to provide a transit corridor to India in Bangladesh.

Protesters demand ministers' resignations

Meanwhile, protesters cited rising inflation, a power crisis, and shortages of petrol, diesel, and gas in the country. Consequently, they demanded the resignations of the home minister and the energy minister.

Government clarification on Japan visit

On the other hand, Bangladesh Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Humayun Kabir clarified that there was no discussion regarding India during Prime Minister Tariq Rahman's visit to Japan from 26 to 29 October.

Notably, the Ganga water treaty between India and Bangladesh was signed on 12 December 1996 for 30 years, and it is set to expire on the upcoming 12 December 2026.