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India denies role in ex-Bangladesh PM Hasina speech event

Indian government states it has no involvement in a planned speech by exiled Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, amid Dhaka's concerns over diplomatic impact.

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The short version

India denied any government role in a planned speech by exiled Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Bangladesh had sought clarification from New Delhi regarding support for the event.

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated it had no role in a private media event involving former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.2 Bangladesh sought clarification from India regarding its support for the planned speech event.2,1 Sheikh Hasina resigned in August 2024 and has been living in Delhi since then.2

Hasina faces a death sentence in Bangladesh for crimes against humanity.2 Dhaka warned New Delhi that giving a political platform to Hasina could harm improving India-Bangladesh ties.1 The planned speech is organized by a private media entity, according to the Indian government.2

Why it matters

  • Sheikh Hasina is the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, who resigned in August 2024 and has since been living in exile in Delhi.2

  • India and Bangladesh have been working to improve diplomatic relations in recent years, following past tensions.1

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