Strategies for countering Indian media’s disinformation against Bangladesh

While it is important to act quickly, the country must also focus on long-term resilience against future information warfare. Education and media literacy are key components in this strategy. Investing in educational initiatives that teach students how to critically engage with information will help build a future generation that is both media-savvy and resistant to the manipulative tactics of disinformation campaigns. Incorporating media literacy into school curricula, from primary schools to universities, will ensure that young people are equipped with the tools to discern between reliable and unreliable sources. Public awareness campaigns aimed at raising the population's awareness of the dangers of misinformation could also be rolled out across multiple platforms, including radio, TV, and social media. These campaigns would educate the public on how disinformation harms society and how to protect oneself from it, fostering a more resilient population.

Diplomatic engagement also plays a critical role in countering information warfare. Bangladesh should work to strengthen its diplomatic ties with key international powers such as the United States, the European Union, and China. By emphasizing the importance of truthful discourse and requesting their support in exposing disinformation, Bangladesh can gain moral and diplomatic backing from influential global actors. The country should also explore opportunities to build regional coalitions with neighboring countries like Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar, as a united regional voice is far stronger than individual responses. Such coalitions can work together on shared concerns regarding information warfare and regional stability, making their collective voice more powerful on the international stage. This approach allows Bangladesh to extend its diplomatic influence and counterbalance any negative portrayal by fostering international solidarity.