Bangladesh’s transitional government chief Muhammad Yunus has urged former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to remain silent while in India to avoid causing discomfort between the two neighboring nations. Yunus stated that making political remarks from India is an unfriendly gesture and Hasina must keep quiet until Dhaka requests her extradition. Hasina fled to India following protests against her rule, and Yunus suggested that India can keep her as long as she remains silent.
Additionally, Yunus emphasized the importance of strong ties between Bangladesh and India, but urged India to move beyond the narrative that portrays every party except Awami League as Islamist. Hasina faces multiple allegations, including murder and genocide, and there are plans to ask India to send her back if required by Bangladesh’s legal system.
In related news, the chief election commissioner and four other commissioners resigned, citing the controversial nature of the last election that secured Hasina’s fourth term. The future political landscape of Bangladesh remains uncertain as the country navigates through these challenges.