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India, Bangladesh discuss sharing of Teesta waters during virtual summit: MEA ANI | Updated: Dec 17, 2020 20:52 IST
New Delhi [India], December 17 (ANI): India and Bangladesh on Thursday discussed sharing the waters of Teesta and other rivers, as well as issues related to fisheries, ministry of external affairs said.
These were discussed during the virtual summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Hasina highlighted the need for early signing of an interim agreement for sharing of the Teesta waters, as agreed upon by both the governments in 2011. Prime Minister Modi reiterated India s sincere commitment and continued efforts of New Delhi in that regard, according to a joint statement.