Vikrant Shekhawat : Dec 23, 2024, 09:00 PM
India-Bangladesh News: The current government of Bangladesh has officially demanded the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. Bangladesh's Foreign Affairs and Home Affairs Advisors issued a statement in this regard and said that a diplomatic letter has been sent to India. Although there has been no official response from India so far, there are indications that Sheikh Hasina will not be extradited.Allegations and political perspective of the Bangladesh governmentThe Bangladesh government has sought the extradition of Sheikh Hasina from India to prosecute her under several charges including murder. This move is considered important regarding the instability in Bangladesh politics and the influence of radical forces. Analysts believe that behind this issue is the pressure on the Bangladesh government by radical groups and strategic forces like Pakistan-US, who have been against Sheikh Hasina's secular rule and her strong relations with India.Extradition treaty between India and BangladeshAn extradition treaty was signed between India and Bangladesh in 2013. The purpose of this treaty was to strengthen the process of legally handing over criminals and convicts. Under this, India has handed over many criminals to Bangladesh, but Sheikh Hasina's case is different from a political and diplomatic point of view. Under international law, India has the right to refuse extradition in cases of political animosity.India's possible viewSheikh Hasina's extradition is not only a legal issue, but it is also a big diplomatic question. Sheikh Hasina has taken refuge in India since the coup in Bangladesh on August 5. For India, the extradition of Sheikh Hasina is not just a judicial decision, but it is part of a deep diplomatic consideration.Political animosity: Sending Sheikh Hasina back may mean promoting political vendetta in Bangladesh, which is a sensitive issue for India.Influence of radical forces: Sheikh Hasina's stay in India can thwart the designs of Bangladesh's radical forces and their supporters. Sheikh Hasina's secular rule is important for India, and her stay here helps to keep that rule stable.Bilateral relations: India-Bangladesh relations are very important for both countries at this time. India will try to take a balanced and diplomatic decision while avoiding interference in the internal affairs of its neighbor, so that the relations between the two countries remain strong.Jaishankar's US visit and possible discussionIndia's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar will be on a two-day US visit from December 24. During this time he can discuss the current situation in Bangladesh and regional stability. America's influence on Bangladesh is very high at this time, and India is keeping a close eye on it. Along with this, it will also be seen what changes come in America's Bangladesh policy after January 20 during Donald Trump's reign and what effect it will have on regional politics.ConclusionThe Bangladesh government's demand for the extradition of Sheikh Hasina has become a political and diplomatic issue that will have implications for India-Bangladesh bilateral relations and regional stability. India's stance on this issue is mostly for diplomatic reasons, and it will have to ensure that this decision is beneficial for the relationship between the two countries.