Opinion

Bangladesh’s interim government faces mounting allegations of political repression and failure to protect religious minorities after the ouster of Sheikh Hasina and a crackdown under new counter-terror legislation

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s leadership reshaped Bangladesh—halving poverty, achieving nationwide electrification, and building the Padma Bridge with domestic resources.

Bangladesh’s brief optimism under Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus has given way to chaos, economic collapse, and human rights abuses, as the nation sinks into uncertainty.

India’s stance on Bangladesh’s 2026 election is not a blank cheque. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s words underline legitimacy, inclusivity, and fairness—not unconditional support.

The fall of governments in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal proves that political stability in South Asia cannot survive without addressing economic despair.