Tarique Rahman's Return: Hawa Bhaban Past & India-Bangladesh Ties
Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh after 17 years revives scrutiny of his Hawa Bhaban past, marked by corruption, power abuse, and alleged anti-India activities. His comeback significantly impacts Bangladesh's political landscape and India-Bangladesh relations.
- Tarique Rahman, dubbed 'Dark Prince' by US diplomats, returned to Bangladesh.
- Hawa Bhaban was a parallel power center during BNP's 2001-2006 rule.
- Allegations include corruption, money laundering, and plotting 2004 grenade attack.
- Hawa Bhaban was linked to arms smuggling for India's ULFA separatists.
- His past convictions were overturned after Sheikh Hasina's government fell.
- Rahman's return sparks debate on future India-Bangladesh relations.
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