Bangladesh’s new government is facing a multitude of challenges following the removal of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina six months ago. Hasina, who fled to India after a student-led uprising ended her 15-year rule, is currently facing criminal charges over the deaths of protesters during the uprising. The interim government, led by Nobel Peace laureate Muhammad Yunus, has sought her extradition from India, but New Delhi has not responded.
The Yunus-led government has taken measures to reform various sectors, including the electoral system and public administration. However, major political players like the Bangladesh Nationalist Party are calling for urgent elections and long-term reforms under an elected government.