Fri Sep 06 20:16:53 UTC 2024: – Sheikh Hasina fled to India on August 5 after resigning as Bangladesh’s prime minister
– Muhammad Yunus, the leader of Bangladesh’s interim government, said she should ‘keep quiet’ until the country wants her back
– Questions are being raised about whether Hasina can be extradited back to Bangladesh
– The extradition treaty between India and Bangladesh allows for extradition if individuals have been charged with or found guilty of committing an extraditable offence
– The treaty also allows for extradition for crimes punishable by a minimum of one year in prison in both countries
– India has not publicly commented on the issue, with the External Affairs ministry spokesperson stating it is a hypothetical issue
– Experts believe India will consider its own interests before making a decision on Hasina’s extradition
– Bangladesh’s foreign affairs advisor has hinted that the country could ask India to extradite Hasina due to the cases against her
– Hasina’s staying in India could create an embarrassing situation for the Indian government
– The extradition process would involve investigations, chargesheets, and court proceedings before extradition takes place

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