'Convicted Criminal': Bangladesh Renews Its Demand for Sheikh Hasina’s Extradition From India
Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman said Dhaka has asked India to return Sheikh Hasina after her conviction in absentia for crimes against humanity.
- On Sunday, Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman described ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as a "convicted criminal" and confirmed that Dhaka has formally requested India to extradite her.
- The International Crimes Tribunal convicted Hasina in November 2025 for crimes against humanity committed during the July-August 2024 uprising that ended her 15-year rule.
- Asaduzzaman stated the Ministry of Home Affairs is managing the request under an extradition treaty with India, promising the government will act "in accordance with the law."
- India has acknowledged receiving the extradition requests, with the Ministry of External Affairs stating the matter is being examined through established processes.
- Despite her conviction, Hasina previously declared her intention to return to Bangladesh in December "at any cost," acknowledging the risk of imprisonment upon arrival.
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Bangladesh Seeks Sheikh Hasina's Extradition From India, Law Minister Calls Her 'Convicted Criminal'
Bangladesh has renewed its demand for Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India, with Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman calling her a 'convicted criminal'. Dhaka says it has formally sought her return under the India-Bangladesh extradition treaty, while New Delhi is yet to announce a decision.
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MathrubhumiBangladesh law minister calls Hasina 'convicted criminal', says extradition request sent to India
Bangladesh's Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Sunday described ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina as a "convicted criminal" and said Dhaka has requested India to extradite her, according to local media reports.
Bangladesh calls Hasina 'convicted criminal', seeks extradition
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Sunday, November 8, described ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina as a “convicted criminal” and said Dhaka has requested India to extradite her, according to local media reports. Responding to questions from journalists after inaugurating a training workshop in Dhaka, Asaduzzaman said the government was taking all necessary legal … Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Enter…
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