Sheikh Hasina’s Daughter Expresses Heartbreak After Her Mother’s Resignation

Saima Wazed, the daughter of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, shared her deep sadness over not being able to see her mother during the ongoing political turmoil in Bangladesh. In a post on X, Wazed wrote, “Heartbroken with the loss of life in my country that I love. So heartbroken that I cannot see and hug my mother during this difficult time.”

Wazed also reaffirmed her commitment to her duties as the regional director for the World Health Organization’s Southeast Asia division.

On Monday, Sheikh Hasina resigned from her position as prime minister following widespread student protests demanding her resignation. The clashes between the government and protesters resulted in the deaths of 300 people, including members of the security forces.

Read More: Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina Resigns Amidst Deadly Protests and Unrest

Fearing for her safety, Hasina fled Dhaka, taking refuge in New Delhi. She left Dhaka on a military aircraft and, according to her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy, plans to stay in Delhi until she finds a suitable place of asylum.

Read More: Sheikh Hasina’s Asylum Request Rejected by UK Amid Growing Challenges

In an interview with NDTV, Joy stated, “It was her dream to turn Bangladesh into a developed country. She worked tirelessly over the last 15 years, keeping it safe from militants and terrorism. Despite all her efforts, this vocal minority, the opposition, the militants have now seized power.”

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is set to be sworn in as the leader of the interim government on Thursday. This comes after parliament was dissolved and an agreement was reached among the military, opposition, and student movement leaders. Yunus urged for calm, stating, “Violence is our enemy. Please don’t create more enemies. Be calm and get ready to build the country.”