Hasina's return: India declines comment on reported plans

India has declined to comment on reports regarding former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's potential return to Bangladesh. Speaking at a briefing in New Delhi on Friday, Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal clarified that India's previous remarks on legal issues related solely to extradition.

Jaiswal refused to address speculation over Hasina's travel plans or claims that New Delhi requested a military aircraft to transport her. He also offered no comment on calls for her to receive a fair trial over the crackdown on protests in July and August 2024.

Addressing bilateral ties, Jaiswal confirmed that the next India-Bangladesh consular dialogue would soon review revised travel arrangements. He reiterated that India seeks a positive, constructive relationship with Dhaka, covering trade, railways, and water management.

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