Bangladesh has formally asked India to accelerate the extradition process for former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, during a meeting between Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman at the Prime Minister's Office in Dhaka, the Bangladesh Prime Minister's Office said on Monday.
Diplomatic meeting follows months of friction
Trivedi, who was recently appointed as India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh and has been posted in Dhaka for about two months, paid a courtesy call on Tarique Rahman in the Cabinet Division at the Bangladesh Secretariat. The encounter took on added significance against the backdrop of recent diplomatic tension between the two neighbours after public remarks by Sheikh Hasina from India. Hasina was removed from office in 2024 and has been in India since her ouster following a student-led uprising that year, the statement said.
According to the Bangladesh Prime Minister's Office, Dhaka "expressed hope that India will expedite the extradition process of Sheikh Hasina." The statement also said Bangladesh reiterated a request that India return individuals it alleges were involved in the murder of Shahid Osman Hadi, a prominent figure linked to the July uprising, who was shot at close range on 12 December 2025.
"Bangladesh expressed hope that India will expedite the extradition process of Sheikh Hasina."
The two sides discussed a range of bilateral issues during the meeting, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman stressing the need to create a suitable environment to advance relations between Bangladesh and India, the PMO said. Present at the talks were Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman, the Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser Humayun Kabir and other relevant officials.
What was discussed — attendees and agenda
- Courtesy call by India's High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi on Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman.
- Dhaka's request for expedited extradition of former PM Sheikh Hasina.
- Renewed plea for return of suspects accused in the murder of Shahid Osman Hadi.
- Broader bilateral issues and measures to foster a conducive environment for relations.
The meeting occurred a day after Trivedi held a one-on-one meeting with Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman ahead of his interaction with the prime minister, the PMO statement said. Trivedi also shared his impressions of his first two months serving in Dhaka.
Context and potential consequences
The extradition request is likely to be sensitive and may involve legal and diplomatic processes under bilateral agreements and international law. Extradition matters typically require formal requests accompanied by legal documentation, and are handled through established channels between the two countries' ministries of external affairs and law enforcement agencies. The Dhaka statement did not specify a timeline or provide details of any formal request already lodged with Indian authorities.
The demand for the return of suspects in the killing of Shahid Osman Hadi adds another layer of complexity. Hadi, described in the statement as a prominent figure behind the July uprising, was killed in December 2025. Bangladesh's renewed emphasis on these cases signals that accountability for violent incidents connected to the uprising remains a priority for Dhaka's leadership as it navigates strained ties with New Delhi.
India and Bangladesh share deep economic, cultural and security ties, but the relationship has periodically been tested by political developments and cross-border sensitivities. Officials on both sides typically seek to manage differences through diplomatic engagement; the meetings involving Trivedi illustrate continued effort to keep channels open.
Next steps
The Bangladesh Prime Minister's Office said the discussions covered key bilateral issues but did not disclose whether India committed to a specific course of action or provided a timetable for the extradition request. Further developments would depend on formal diplomatic and legal exchanges between New Delhi and Dhaka, and the handling of any extradition dossier by Indian authorities.
| Person | Role |
|---|---|
| Dinesh Trivedi | India's High Commissioner to Bangladesh |
| Tarique Rahman | Prime Minister of Bangladesh |
| Khalilur Rahman | Bangladesh Foreign Minister |
| Humayun Kabir | Prime Minister's Foreign Affairs Adviser |
As both capitals weigh next steps, the issue will be watched closely in New Delhi where legal, political and diplomatic considerations will determine how — and how quickly — any extradition or return of suspects might proceed.
