Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's visa extended by India amid extradition demand.
The move comes against the backdrop of mounting demands from Bangladesh for Sheikh Hasina's extradition. Sources, however, refuted claims of Hasina being granted asylum.
Foreigners Regional Registration Office has extended her visa.
The Govt of India extended the visa of Bangladesh's deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been residing in the country since August 2024.
Those in the know clarified that India lacks specific legislation for granting asylum and stressed that her visa extension should not be interpreted as a move towards offering refuge.
The extradition request from Dhaka comes at a time when Bangladesh's interim government is under fire for its handling of opposition leaders and minority Hindus.
Critics have argued that the cancellation of Hasina's passport and the charges levelled against her were politically motivated attempts to consolidate power ahead of the next general elections.
The interim government in Bangladesh sought Hasina's extradition on December 23.
Officials in Dhaka claimed that Hasina must face charges related to her alleged involvement in incidents of violence and disappearances during the 2024 protests, which left over 500 people dead.
Bangladesh's immigration department has announced the cancellation of 97 passports, including that of Sheikh Hasina.
Sheikh Hasina's prolonged stay will not pose any immediate threat to bilateral relations.
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