Bangladesh: ahead of elections 2026

The ousting of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024, sparked by a massive student-led revolt, fundamentally reshaped the political landscape of Bangladesh. This comprehensive e-book from The Hindu dives deep into the ensuing chaos and the uncertain path forward under the interim government led by Prof. Muhammad Yunus.

The essays in Bangladesh: ahead of elections 2026 provide an unparalleled look into the country at a critical juncture, ahead of the promised February 2026 elections. The authors dissect the Yunus administration’s three-part agenda, the crisis over the proposed July Charter, the widespread violence against religious minorities, and the severe economic distress.

As Bangladesh stands at a crossroads, this book is essential reading for understanding the forces battling to define its democratic future.

What’s inside:

Introduction, by Kallol Bhattacherjee

Details the fragility of the Yunus-led interim government, its struggle to consolidate support after the student-led NCP boycotted the July Charter signing, and the focus on “reform, trial, and the conduct of election”.

Bangladesh, one year after Sheikh Hasina’s ouster, by Veena Sikri

Argues that the JeI orchestrated the ousting and now controls the unconstitutional Yunus regime, delaying polls and spreading widespread violence.

How are students reshaping the politics in Bangladesh? by Smruti S. Pattanaik

Explains how the anti-quota protest morphed into the Chhatro-Janata movement, overthrowing Hasina and spawning the student-led National Citizens Party (NCP).

Between the banks: Reimagining the Ganga Water Treaty in an era of strained India-Bangladesh waters, by Amitabh Mattoo

Examines how the 1996 Ganga Treaty faces political and hydrological pressures, and advocates for a new, climate-resilient, basin-wide framework.

Connectivity at a crossroads: India-Bangladesh ties after regime change, by Sohini Bose

Highlights the strained bilateral relations post-regime change and India’s shift toward exploring alternative regional connectivity channels.

Bangladesh at a critical juncture, by Ashikur Rahman

Asserts that the transition is a historic opportunity for comprehensive constitutional reforms to end the nation’s “winner-takes-all” political conflict.

Interview: Shafiqul Alam – “No political party is favoured, nor are any under pressure”, by Kallol Bhattacherjee

Presents the interim government’s claims on reforms, accountability, and neutral political stance through an interview with Advisor Shafiqul Alam.

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