Bangladeshi PM Sheikh Hasina Plans to Return to Face Death Penalty Charges

Her statement comes amid reports that a London-based law firm has approached the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, asking for a new passport and national identity card for Hasina. Hasina has expressed a desire to return to Bangladesh in December. She wants to face legal action there. Also read: Explainer: Why are Chinese vloggers broadcasting India's poor situation in Bangladesh, a conspiracy to defame? Sheikh Hasina, 79, has been living in India since August 2024. She was forced to leave Bangladesh after a student movement at the time. The movement ousted her Awami League government. She was sentenced to death for a crackdown on protesters. The case is related to crimes against humanity. Hasina was not present in court at the time of the verdict. She has denied the charges against her. She also questioned the legality of the trial. According to the Star Daily Islam newspaper, she said she had no option but to return to Bangladesh to face the death penalty.