India’s Diplomatic Crossroads: Manipulation or Democratic Integrity?

India’s support for Sheikh Hasina, even in her exile, poses a stark dilemma for the region’s largest democracy. By sheltering a leader accused of mass atrocities, India risks eroding its global standing, alienating Bangladeshi youth, and fueling instability across South Asia. The July Revolution’s unarmed uprising wasn’t just a fight for freedom—it was a call for justice and transparency.

Will India cling to outdated alliances that bolster tyranny, or will it rise as a principled leader championing democracy and regional stability? Arresting Sheikh Hasina and dismantling her propaganda machinery isn’t just a moral necessity; it’s a litmus test for India’s commitment to justice and its role in South Asia’s future.

Read the full article by Abu Rushd, M. Zakir Hossain Khan, and Salman Chowdhury at The New Age here.