The recent political upheaval in Bangladesh, characterised by Sheikh Hasina’s removal from power and establishment of an interim government, presents significant security, political, and social challenges for India. This article examines the evolving India-Bangladesh dynamic, focusing on the rise of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), upcoming elections, and key implications for India's strategic interests. Shared History The legacy of colonialism, combined with deep religious and ethnic linkages and divides, porous borders and tensions over resource-sharing continues to shape the dynamics of South Asian relations. The bilateral engagements and global relations of India and Bangladesh are often influenced by their domestic politics....