Sheikh Hasina: Despite the death sentence, Sheikh Hasina remains adamant on returning to Bangladesh, saying she would rather die on her own soil. Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reiterated her intention to return to her country in December 2026. Despite the death penalty and the threat of arrest, she wishes to return. However, the path to her return remains unclear. Dhaka: Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has once again expressed her intention to return to her country. Hasina, who has been living in India since August 2024, has said she will return to Bangladesh in December 2026, even if she faces arrest or the death penalty. In an email interview with a news agency, she said she would prefer to die in her homeland rather than live in another country.