Sheikh Hasina Wazed- Bangladesh Former Prime Minister

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Born 28 September 1947
Age 77
Birth Place Tungipara, East Bengal Dominion Of Pakistan
Profession Politician, Writer
Political Party Awami League
In Office 10th Prime Minister Of Bangladesh 6 January 2009 - 5 August 2024, 8th Leader Of The House 6 January 2009 - 5 August 2024, Member Of Parliament 12 June 1996 - 6 August 2024, 2nd Leader Of The Opposition 10 October 2001 - 29 October 2006
Residence Sudha Sadan (demolished)

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Sheikh Hasina BIOGRAPHY

Last Updated : 09 Feb 2025

As of August 5, 2024, Sheikh Hasina, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, fled the country amid escalating political tensions and civil unrest. Sheikh Hasina, born on September 28, 1947, in Tungipara, has been a central figure in Bangladeshi politics for decades. She is the daughter of Sheikh Mujibur R...

Sheikh Hasina PERSONAL LIFE

Father	Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Mother	Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib
Spouse	M. A. Wazed Miah (1968; died 2009),
Children	Sajeeb, Saima
Education	Eden Mohila College, University of Dhaka

POSITIONS HELD BY Sheikh Hasina

Position	Tenure
president	1981 - Present
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	10 July 1986 - 6 December 1987
Leader of the Opposition	10 July 1986 - 6 December 1987
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	5 March 1991 - 24 November 1995
Leader of the Opposition	5 March 1991 - 24 November 1995
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	14 July 1996 - 13 July 2001
Leader of the House	14 July 1996 - 13 July 2001
Prime Minister of Bangladesh	23 June 1996 - 15 July 2001
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	28 October 2001 - 27 October 2006
Leader of the Opposition	28 October 2001 - 27 October 2006
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	25 January 2009 - 24 January 2014
Leader of the House	25 January 2009 - 24 January 2014
Prime Minister of Bangladesh	6 January 2009 - 5 August 2024
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	29 January 2014 - 28 January 2019
Leader of the House	29 January 2014 - 28 January 2019
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	30 January 2019 - Present
Leader of the House	30 January 2019 - Present
Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh	N/A

News

SHEIKH HASINA NEWS

Dhaka must heed India’s call on minorities

April 22, 2025 7:02 am

India should remain resolute in its demand for protection of minorities in Bangladesh, while keeping door open for talks on other issues

India should reconsider its decision to shelter Sheikh Hasina

April 16, 2025 3:52 pm

From India’s perspective, the evolving China-Pakistan security nexus already constitutes a formidable strategic challenge. Should Bangladesh choose to align itself with this axis, it would represent an unprecedented escalation of regional threats to India.

Bangladesh court issues fresh arrest warrant against Hasina, her son on graft charges

April 15, 2025 6:12 pm

The court ordered police to submit a report on April 29 if the now self-exiled ex-premier and other accused were arrested.

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Bangladesh court issues new arrest warrant against ousted PM Sheikh Hasina in graft case

April 10, 2025 8:22 pm

The Awami League government, led by Hasina for 16 years, was overthrown in August last year following a student-led uprising.

‘Yunus army on killing spree’: Sheikh Hasina's blistering attack on Bangladesh's interim leader

April 09, 2025 6:24 am

Sheikh Hasina said Md Yunus, a Nobel Laureate and former microfinance pioneer, had unleashed “a killing spree” targeting members of the Awami League and ordinary citizens.

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Influx from Bangladesh: Should India deal leniently with illegal migrants fleeing religious persecution?

March 07, 2025 7:27 am

To prevent infiltration from Bangladesh, the Tripura Police have focused on inter-agency cooperation, taking strict action against human traffickers, identifying fake document makers and routes frequented by traffickers and smugglers, and intensifying checking at railway stations, bus stands and the airport.

Day after Hasina accused Yunus of 'unleashing terrorists', Bangladesh interim govt says ousted PM's extradition 'top priority'

February 19, 2025 3:24 am

Hasina accused Yunus of dissolving all inquiry committees and “unleashing terrorists” to butcher people, further alleging, “They are destroying Bangladesh.”

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Why Sheikh Hasina's opponents in Bangladesh are targeting the legacy of Mujibur Rahman

February 13, 2025 7:17 am

Anti-Hasina protesters have routinely attacked the legacy of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh and father of the former PM. Why? What role has Bangabandhu played in Hasina’s politics?

Extradition issue bilateral process, hope states cooperate: UN officials on Hasina

February 12, 2025 9:30 pm

Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has issued arrest warrants for Hasina and several former Cabinet ministers, advisers, and military and civil officials for “crimes against humanity and genocide”.

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India's remarks on Mujibur Rahman's residence demolition 'unwarranted', says Bangladesh

February 10, 2025 10:00 am

Thousands of protesters on Wednesday last set fire to the 32 Dhanmondi residence of Rahman in Dhaka.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief over the accident and directed the officials to expedite the rescue operations, an official statement issued here said.

18 killed in Himachal as landslide hits bus: ‘whole mountain came crashing down’

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A massive landslide in Himachal Pradesh's Bilaspur district struck a private bus, resulting in the death of at least 18 passengers. The accident occurred in the Bhalughat area and rescue operations are ongoing with slim chances of survival. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed grief and directed officials to expedite rescue efforts. Intermittent rains have been hindering the operations.

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