Sheikh Hasina, the ousted Prime Minister of Bangladesh, may depart from India within the next 48 hours. Sources indicated on Tuesday that arrangements are being made to ensure her safe exit. Hasina arrived in India on Monday evening and is considering travel options to Europe, with discussions reportedly ongoing with countries such as Finland and Russia. India is also coordinating her safe journey to her next destination.
Initially, Hasina had intended to travel to London via India after leaving Bangladesh on Monday. However, her plans have been complicated as the British government has suggested that she may not receive legal protection in the UK against potential investigations, prompting her to explore alternative options for her next steps while she remains in Delhi for a few days.
The UK Home Office stated, "The UK has a proud record of providing protection for people who need it. However, there is no provision for someone to be allowed to travel to the UK to seek asylum or temporary refuge. Those who need international protection should claim asylum in the first safe country they reach - that is the fastest route to safety."
Sheikh Hasina took a military helicopter to an airbase as protesters stormed her official residence on Monday. The former Prime Minister arrived at the Hindon airbase in Uttar Pradesh aboard a C-130 military transport aircraft from the Bangladesh Air Force. Hasina had intended to travel to London via India, and her aides had notified Indian authorities of her plans before her arrival.
Reports suggest that British authorities are processing a formal asylum request. Additionally, Hasina has family members in Finland and may be considering relocating to that northern European country. Sources indicated on Tuesday that she has informed New Delhi about her potential future plans.
B'desh protesters want Nobel laureate Yunus as interim govt's adviser
Meanwhile, Bangladesh's Students Against Discrimination is advocating for Nobel Peace Prize laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus to serve as the adviser to the interim government.
Nahid Islam, one of the main spokespersons for the student's body, said this in a video message early Tuesday.
The interim government outline is being presented, with Dr. Yunus as the head, a news portal, Prothom Alo reported.
Dr. Yunus has agreed to take on the responsibility of saving Bangladesh, following the call of students and people, Nahid Islam said.
The protesters will not support any form of government other than a one supported by students and citizens, Islam told media. He also said all those killed during the protests had been declared national heroes.
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