Tarique Rahman likely to visit India amid Sheikh Hasina extradition talks

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Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is expected to undertake his first official visit to India between August 20 and August 25. Diplomatic sources indicate that two potential schedules are under consideration: August 20–21 or August 21–22. The finalization of the trip depends on the Prime Minister's schedule and bilateral progress.

The proposed visit occurs amid heightened diplomatic tensions between Dhaka and New Delhi. A primary point of contention is the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been in India since being ousted in 2024. Bangladesh has expressed hope that India will expedite her extradition, while also seeking assurances that she will not be permitted to engage in activities that could cause instability in Bangladesh.

Recent friction was exacerbated by a virtual press interaction by Sheikh Hasina from New Delhi on August 5. Additionally, Dhaka has requested the return of individuals accused in the Sharif Osman Hadi murder case. While Indian officials have stated they have no connection to Hasina's political activities, the issue remains a central hurdle in normalizing bilateral relations.

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Bangladesh · Dinesh Trivedi · India · Narendra Modi · Shama Obaed Islam · Shama Obaid Islam · Sheikh Hasina · Tarique Rahman

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[● 3 SOURCES] Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death in absentia by a special International Crimes Tribunal on November 17, 2025. southasiamonitor.org · najarbandi.in · www.tv9hindi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Prime Minister Tarique Rahman's visit to India is contingent upon receiving assurances from New Delhi regarding Sheikh Hasina. hindi.newsbytesapp.com · www.tv9hindi.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid stated that Sheikh Hasina's presence in India hinders the improvement of relations between Dhaka and Delhi. hindi.newsbytesapp.com
[● 5 SOURCES] Bangladesh is seeking an assurance that India will not permit Sheikh Hasina to engage in activities that could cause instability in Bangladesh. hindi.newsbytesapp.com · d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · www.indiandefensenews.in · najarbandi.in · stratnewsglobal.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] A visit by Tarique Rahman to India was proposed for August 21. www.tv9hindi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Sheikh Hasina announced her intention to return to Bangladesh in December. southasiamonitor.org · www.tv9hindi.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death in absentia for crimes against humanity. southasiamonitor.org · www.tv9hindi.com · najarbandi.in
[● 3 SOURCES] State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaid Islam stated the visit is not yet finalized and depends on the Prime Minister's schedule and bilateral progress. www.connectedtoindia.com · stratnewsglobal.com · www.timesnownews.com
[● 5 SOURCES] Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is likely to visit India between August 20 and August 25. d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com · www.indiandefensenews.in · www.connectedtoindia.com · uttarbangasambad.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Bangladesh is seeking assurances from India that Sheikh Hasina will not be permitted to engage in activities that cause instability in Bangladesh. hindi.newsbytesapp.com · d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · www.indiandefensenews.in
[● 4 SOURCES] Two possible schedules for the visit are August 20–21 and August 21–22. d2l6fjvu7g4rze.cloudfront.net · myrepublica.nagariknetwork.com · www.indiandefensenews.in · uttarbangasambad.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The visit's finalization hinges on progress regarding the extradition of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. stratnewsglobal.com · hindi.newsbytesapp.com