Law Minister Asaduzzaman Khan has stated that the Bangladesh government has completed all legal formalities required to secure the return of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina from India. The final decision on her repatriation now lies with the Indian government, he said.
The minister made these remarks on Thursday (November 14), confirming that Dhaka has fulfilled all necessary procedural requirements. He indicated that the timeline and manner of any decision regarding Hasina's return remain an internal matter for India.
District-level investigations into crimes against humanity
The law minister also revealed that investigations into crimes against humanity are set to commence across all districts of Bangladesh. Both the investigation agency and the prosecution will be involved in these proceedings. Legal action will be taken against those responsible for the July-August massacre and other crimes against humanity.Appeal against death sentence
Addressing the legal status of Sheikh Hasina, the minister said she is not entitled to appeal against the death sentence handed down in her case. He clarified that under the prevailing legal interpretation, the option to appeal is not available to her while she remains outside the country.Diplomatic process
According to official sources, the government has maintained communication through diplomatic channels regarding Hasina's return. The Indian government has yet to issue a formal response on the matter. The minister's statement suggests that Bangladesh considers the legal process complete and is now awaiting India's decision.The government claims to have taken all necessary steps under the national legal framework to facilitate this process.
