Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s leadership reshaped Bangladesh—halving poverty, achieving nationwide electrification, and building the Padma Bridge with domestic resources.
Bangladesh’s brief optimism under Nobel laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus has given way to chaos, economic collapse, and human rights abuses, as the nation sinks into uncertainty.
India’s stance on Bangladesh’s 2026 election is not a blank cheque. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s words underline legitimacy, inclusivity, and fairness—not unconditional support.
The fall of governments in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Nepal proves that political stability in South Asia cannot survive without addressing economic despair.
Youth protests in Bangladesh and Nepal look like democratic awakenings—but repeated military takeovers raise questions about deep state choreography across South Asia.
