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Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country following massive unrest, will stay in India for some more days as her purported plan to seek asylum in the UK hangs in balance, sources said.
Sheikh Hasina, whose 15-year reign ended dramatically after violent protests and widespread riots over the controversial quota system, landed at Hindon Airbase near Delhi on Monday evening. According to sources, Hasina is likely to seek asylum in the UK as her sister, Sheikh Rehana, is a British citizen.
However, the UK asylum rules may become a roadblock for the Awami League leader. As per UK immigration rules and norms: "The UK has a proud record of providing protection for people who need it. However, there is no provision within our Immigration Rules for someone to be allowed to travel to the UK to seek asylum or temporary refuge."
Also, "those who need international protection should claim asylum in the first safe country they reach – that is the fastest route to safety", the rules state.
As of Tuesday, Sheikh Hasina stays in a safe house near the Hindon Airbase.
Earlier in the day, the Bangladesh Air Force C-130J aircraft, which brought Sheikh Hasina to India, flew back to Dhaka. According to sources, the crew was provided all support by the Indian side at the Hindon airbase during its 16-hour stay.
Meanwhile, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, Sheikh Hasina's son and her former official adviser, has said that his mother is done with Bangladesh.
"She has not done anything wrong, she provided the best government in the country," Joy told India Today TV. "She will spend time with her grandchildren now."
Published By:
Rishabh Sharma
Published On:
Aug 6, 2024
