Bangladesh was jolted by mass protests calling for the removal of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, which led to her fleeing to India earlier this month. For over 15 years, she had a close relationship with India, which was seen as a disaster by New Delhi when her regime collapsed. Hasina was accused of becoming increasingly oppressive and autocratic, leading to calls for India to reset its approach to Bangladesh.
An interim government led by Muhammad Yunus is now in place, promising reforms and accountability for Hasina’s actions. Calls are growing for Hasina to be extradited to Bangladesh to face numerous charges, including allegations of genocide and crimes against humanity. The collapse of her regime caught India off guard, leading to rising anti-India sentiment in Bangladesh.
The Modi government’s response to the situation has focused on the need for restoring normalcy and peace, which has been criticized as ignoring the push for democratic reform by the new regime in Bangladesh. India is facing a precarious situation due to its close ties with Hasina, with experts calling for a reset in their relationship with Bangladesh.
As the situation continues to unfold, the focus remains on how India will navigate its relationship with Bangladesh and support the democratic aspirations of the people, while addressing the complex geopolitical dynamics in the region.
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