South Asian writers call for ending India’s interference in polities

The letter alleged that the Indian government has actively worked to prop up the autocratic regime of Sheikh Hasina over the last decade.

BySouth First Desk

Published Aug 11, 2024 | 12:00 PMUpdatedAug 11, 2024 | 12:00 PM

Bangladesh protests

As neighbouring Bangladesh is dealing with political instability following former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, a group of writers from Dhaka, Bangladesh; Kathmandu, Nepal; and Colombo, Sri Lanka have addressed a strongly worded letter dated Friday, 9 August, to the Union government of India demanding the latter to stop interfering in their respective polities.

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