The government has completed all necessary legal procedures to bring back former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who was sentenced to death in a crimes against humanity case related to the 2024 uprising.
Her return now depends on a decision by the Indian government, Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman has said.
He made the remarks while responding to questions from journalists at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in Dhaka on Saturday.
Asked about Hasina's possible return and the legal steps involved, the minister said Bangladesh had completed the required procedures and the matter was now in India's hands.
On whether Hasina would have an opportunity to appeal, Asaduzzaman said she would not be entitled to do so under the law enacted by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
The minister also said the investigation agency and prosecution would soon begin investigations into crimes against humanity in different districts, adding that the government would provide all necessary support.
Regarding the investigation into bringing the Awami League to trial as a political party, he said the government would not interfere in the process.
The investigation agency and prosecution would be allowed to carry out their duties independently, he added.