 Summary of this article
- Despite her exile, Sheikh Hasina maintains contact with Awami League leaders and addresses supporters via virtual rallies and media interviews, fueling diplomatic tensions with Bangladesh’s interim government.
- Over the past year, Bangladesh’s interim administration has stabilized the economy, reduced crime, revived exports, cleared significant foreign debt, and strengthened international relations. Structural reforms and efforts to safeguard democracy mark a departure from Hasina’s previous regime.
- Bangladesh is preparing for parliamentary elections and a constitutional referendum in February 2025 with strict campaign regulations to ensure fairness.
Since fleeing Dhaka last year, former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina has been living under the protection of the Indian government, which has now officially allowed her to remain in the country for as long as she wishes. While her exact location and political future remain shrouded in secrecy, intelligence officials familiar with the matter suggest that the 77-year-old leader is residing in a highly secured government bungalow in central New Delhi. |
