India and Bangladesh had signed the agreement during Sheikh Hasina’s tenure in order to enhance the internet connectivity in the sister states of India. As per this agreement It was decided to allow internet traffic to be routed through Bangladesh and both countries were optimistic about mutual benefit with this collaboration.
What is the reason behind the reversal of the internet policies?
After the revolution that ousted Sheikh Hasina’s government the country is now under the control of the new ruler, Yusuf. And under his leadership the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC) has decided to cancel the previous agreement for internet bandwidth flow to India. Bangladesh has cited that the deal is not offering great economical benefit to Bangladesh but helping the India more which explicitly shows the political control behind the decision.
What is the impact on the sister states with Bangladesh’s decision?
Bangladesh is having the international internet bandwidth access with SEA-ME-WE 5 and other submarine cables and north-eastern states are geographically closer to Bangladesh and this makes Bangladesh potential to provide high-speed internet to the sister states.
Bangladesh ‘s recent decision to halt the bandwidth flow to the sister states would impact the high speed internet because though India is having its own International internet bandwidth access in Mumbai , Chennai and other locations but that are distant points to the north-eastern states which would result in higher latency and slower internet speed for the north-eastern states.
What can be the other substitutes which India can go for?
India is having a future alternative if it faces the issue with the internet supply through Bangladesh that is to collaborate with SpaceX for satellite internet. SpaceX is also planning to expand the broadband services in India particularly in the rural areas so this could work better for the sister states as per their geographical location.
What is the impact of this decision on India-Bangladesh relations?
Though this decision may not impact the broader relations potential enough to stain ties.
Both countries are likely to continue the collaboration but Bangladesh should not forget that its economy remains critically dependent on India with key sectors like trade, energy .
What can stop the people from suffering?
According to Sant Rampal ji Maharaj who is great Spiritual Sant, If someone wants to evade from sufferings then one needs to emphasis on the following :
1. Devotion to the supreme god : Sant Rampal Ji teaches that worshipping the true God who is creator of everyone can eliminate the root cause of sufferings but the more important this is the right way of worship which is only taught by Sant Rampal Ji.
2. Understanding the True Purpose of Life: It is important to understand the true purpose of life and understand what real happiness and peace comes from inner spiritual fulfilment.
3. Chanting Mantras
Engaging in the right form of worship and chanting sacred mantras not only benefits the soul but also brings physical and material benefits. This practice purifies the mind and spirit, contributing to both spiritual and worldly well-being.
Want to know more about the correct way of worship :
Read out this article : https://www.jagatgururampalji.org/en/worship
FAQs on The internet agreement between India and Bangladesh
1. What are the Sister States of India ?
A. There are Seven Sister States of India including Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, and Tripura.
2. How long has this deal been in place?
A. The internet agreement between India and Bangladesh had been in place for several years, with India supplying bandwidth and connectivity services.
3. Will this affect India Bangladesh relations?
A. The termination of the deal could impact the relations but both countries are expected to continue cooperating on other regional issues as India has not shown its intent to sue after the reversal of policy.
4. What are the alternatives India is having for better internet connectivity in sister states ?
A. Well as of now India is not having a better alternative than resolving the issue with mutual cooperation as India’s International Bandwidth stations are quite distant from the sister states.
5. Who is the one brother of 7 sisters
Sikkim is called the only brother of seven sisters.
