From Indira Gandhi to Modi and Rahul: Sheikh Hasina’s ties with India
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Sheikh Hasina
In 1975, Sheikh Hasina sought refuge in India following the assassination of her father in military coup, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founder of Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh
On August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh after resigning as Prime Minister due to violence in the country.
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After the assassination of 17 members of her family
on August 15, 1975, during a military coup, Sheikh Hasina and her family were granted asylum by then-Indian PM Indira Gandhi in New Delhi.
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Sheikh Hasina
For six years, Sheikh Hasina resided in Delhi discreetly, where she learned about Indian politics. Then, she returned to Bangladesh, and became Prime Minister in 1996.
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BJP leader LK Advani
Sheikh Hasina maintains a strong relationship with BJP leader LK Advani. Recently, she met Advani to congratulate him for the Bharat Ratna award.
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Sonia Gandhi
During her recent visit to India, Sheikh Hasina visited 10, Janpath and met with Sonia Gandhi.
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Rahul Gandhi
Sheikh Hasina also met Congress leader Rahul Gandhi during her visit to New Delhi.