Saturday, 21 December, 2024
Bangladesh will actively pursue the extradition of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India, Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus revealed in an exclusive interview with The Hindu.
Prof Yunus, who heads the interim government, emphasized that Sheikh Hasina must face trial for alleged corruption and abuse of power during her tenure. The former prime minister fled to India following the political unrest that led to her ousting. Reports suggest she sought refuge in Delhi amid fears of political retribution and growing unrest within Bangladesh.
Despite his stance on Hasina’s extradition, Yunus clarified that he had no objection to her party, the Awami League, participating in the upcoming elections. "We believe in inclusive democratic processes, and banning any political party would go against the principles we uphold," he said.
In the interview, which appeared in the online edition of the Indian daily today, Prof Yunus outlined his vision for strengthening ties with India and implementing reforms to stabilize Bangladesh's fragile political and economic landscape.
Defending his government’s record in its first 100 days, Prof Yunus dismissed allegations of rising radicalism and threats to minority communities in Bangladesh as "propaganda." These allegations, he claimed, were being amplified by external forces to tarnish his administration's image.
The remarks come amid growing criticism from India and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who have expressed concerns over the safety of Hindus and other minority groups in Bangladesh. Yunus downplayed these concerns, asserting that his administration is committed to protecting all citizens, regardless of their faith.
As Bangladesh seeks to extradite Sheikh Hasina, observers suggest this move could further strain relations between Dhaka and Delhi, especially given India's historical ties with the Awami League and its leadership.
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Bangladesh will actively pursue the extradition of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India, Chief Advisor Professor Muhammad Yunus revealed in an exclusive interview with The Hindu.
Prof Yunus, who heads the interim government, emphasized that Sheikh Hasina must face trial for alleged corruption and abuse of power during her tenure. The former prime minister fled to India following the political unrest that led to her ousting. Reports suggest she sought refuge in Delhi amid fears of political retribution and growing unrest within Bangladesh.
Despite his stance on Hasina’s extradition, Yunus clarified that he had no objection to her party, the Awami League, participating in the upcoming elections. "We believe in inclusive democratic processes, and banning any political party would go against the principles we uphold," he said.
In the interview, which appeared in the online edition of the Indian daily today, Prof Yunus outlined his vision for strengthening ties with India and implementing reforms to stabilize Bangladesh's fragile political and economic landscape.
Defending his government’s record in its first 100 days, Prof Yunus dismissed allegations of rising radicalism and threats to minority communities in Bangladesh as "propaganda." These allegations, he claimed, were being amplified by external forces to tarnish his administration's image.
The remarks come amid growing criticism from India and U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, who have expressed concerns over the safety of Hindus and other minority groups in Bangladesh. Yunus downplayed these concerns, asserting that his administration is committed to protecting all citizens, regardless of their faith.
As Bangladesh seeks to extradite Sheikh Hasina, observers suggest this move could further strain relations between Dhaka and Delhi, especially given India's historical ties with the Awami League and its leadership.
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