New Delhi, Nov. 10 -- Former Indian diplomat Veena Sikri has questioned the Bangladesh government's continued emphasis on extradition proceedings involving ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, alleging that Dhaka's approach suggests it does not want her to return to the country voluntarily, despite her willingness to face legal proceedings.

Speaking on reports that Hasina has sought the return of her passport and National Identity Card (NID) to facilitate her return to Bangladesh, Sikri said issuing her a travel document would allow her to travel back and face the country's judicial process.

"Sheikh Hasina has clearly announced that she wants to go back and is prepared to face the courts in Bangladesh. It is a logical move for her to ap...