On Sheikh Hasina's media interaction on Aug 5, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "The government had no role to play in what was an event by a private media entity, and it does not endorse anything said at the forum, especially with regard to the duly constituted government of Bangladesh."

MEA clarifies no government involvement in Sheikh Hasina's press event, warning that her activities in India could affect bilateral relations.

The Indian government on Tuesday distanced itself from former Bangladesh prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s plans to address a virtual news conference on August 5, saying it has no…