New Delhi: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s plans to travel to London have been delayed due to uncertainties. Hasina, who resigned on August 5 amid violent protests, landed at Hindon airbase in India but is now unlikely to leave for the UK in the next few days, according to sources.
Hasina, accompanied by her sister Sheikh Rehana, initially planned to seek temporary refuge in London. This plan was reconsidered after the UK government suggested she might not receive legal protection against potential investigations into the protests in Bangladesh.
Hasina’s intention to travel to London was influenced by her niece Tulip Siddiq, a member of the British Parliament. However, following her resignation and the subsequent unrest in Bangladesh, her plans have become uncertain.
Key Highlights:
- Sheikh Hasina’s plans to travel to London delayed.
- UK government unlikely to provide legal protection.
- Hasina’s potential travel to Finland under consideration.
- Situation remains uncertain and dynamic.
British Foreign Secretary David Lammy stated on August 5 that Bangladesh has experienced significant violence and loss of life recently, calling for a full, independent UN-led investigation into the events.
Hasina has informed Indian authorities of her potential next steps, which may include traveling to Finland, where she has family. The situation remains dynamic, with no clear path ahead.
Hasina, who ruled Bangladesh for 15 years, resigned following massive protests against a controversial job quota scheme. The scheme reserved 30% of civil service jobs for families of 1971 liberation war veterans. The protests evolved into a mass movement demanding her removal from power.
After leaving her official residence in a military helicopter, Hasina was transported to Hindon airbase via a C-130J military transport aircraft from the Bangladesh Air Force.
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