Sat May 03 08:10:08 UTC 2025: ## Retired Bangladeshi Officer Sparks Outrage with Northeast India “Chicken’s Neck” Remark
**Guwahati, India –** Tensions between India and Bangladesh have flared again following a controversial remark by a retired Bangladeshi military officer. Weeks after Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus sparked outrage with a similar comment, the unnamed officer reportedly used the phrase “chicken’s neck” – referring to the narrow Siliguri corridor connecting mainland India to its northeastern states – in the context of escalating tensions surrounding the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The officer’s comments, the details of which have not been officially released, have been met with sharp criticism from leaders in India’s Northeast, reigniting concerns about strained relations between the two countries. This incident follows a similar controversy involving Yunus, highlighting the ongoing sensitivity surrounding the geographical and strategic significance of the Siliguri corridor. Further details regarding the officer’s comments and the official response are awaited.
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