In response to escalating protests in Bangladesh, Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman assured his Indian counterpart, General Upendra Dwivedi, that Indian assets remain secure amidst the unrest. This reassurance underlines the robust military communication between India and Bangladesh, essential for maintaining stability along their extensive border. As demonstrations challenge Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government, with the army playing a key role in maintaining order, India emphasizes its strategic interests in Bangladesh, including trade and energy transit. The military dialogue reflects India’s ongoing commitment to regional stability, aligning with its ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy, and could facilitate future talks on defense cooperation and economic ties, should the situation normalize.