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Veena Sikri, Ex-Indian Envoy, Throws Major Shade at Arrest Warrant Against Sheikh Hasina

In a move that’s turning heads faster than a Usain Bolt sprint, Veena Sikri, once the Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, has dashed into the public eye with some serious doubts about the credibility of a new arrest warrant for Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina. This isn’t just any old legal document; it’s the sequel to a previous warrant, issued by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), accusing Hasina and a group of ten others, including big names like Major General (Retd) Tarique Ahmed Siddique and former Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed, of orchestrating enforced disappearances during their time in power.
The Warrant’s Marathon:
The ICT, under the leadership of Judge Md Golam Mortuza Majumdar, has set a brisk pace with a February 12 deadline for Hasina’s arrest and subsequent dash to the courtroom. This legal pursuit follows two separate cases, adding layers to an already complex narrative of political intrigue and justice.
Sikri’s Critique Sprint:
With the poise of an experienced diplomat, Sikri didn’t just jog around the issue; she sprinted right into it in New Delhi, questioning the foundation of these charges. She’s essentially asking, “Where’s the evidence?” in a marathon where facts and figures seem to have taken a wrong turn. Her critique isn’t just a casual jab; it’s a full-on challenge to the integrity of the process, hinting at political motives rather than a genuine quest for justice.
Political Track and Field:
Since her party lost the race for power, Hasina has been taking refuge in India, making this an international affair. The interim government in Bangladesh, helmed by Muhammad Yunus, has been trying to run this legal relay by seeking her extradition. But India, in a move that’s thrown a curveball into this geopolitical game, decided to extend Hasina’s visa, adding a strategic twist to the already convoluted diplomatic track.
Reaction Lap:
This development has everyone from international observers to local citizens doing double-takes. There’s a growing murmur about this being less about justice and more about a political vendetta, dressed up in legal garb. In Bangladesh, where political drama is as common as daily exercise, this is just another lap in an endless marathon of legal battles and political drama.
The Long Run for Transparency:
Sikri’s critique isn’t just a momentary sprint; it’s a long-distance run for transparency and fairness in judicial processes, especially those involving high-profile political figures. Her comments could very well set the pace for how the international community views these legal pursuits, possibly influencing diplomatic relations like never before.
As this political and legal marathon continues, with Hasina now in the eye of the storm, the world watches to see if this race will be about crossing the finish line of justice or if it’ll just be another lap in the never-ending relay of political chess. Sikri’s call for evidence and credibility in such high-stakes cases might just be the wake-up call needed to ensure that the race for justice is run fairly, with the truth as the ultimate goal.

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