India, Nov. 8 -- Bangladesh Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Sunday described former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as a "convicted criminal" and vowed to bring her back from India by following all legal procedures.

Speaking to reporters, the minister said that the government was pursuing all necessary legal measures against Hasina in accordance with due process, Prothom Alo reported.

"Whatever legal measures are required regarding Sheikh Hasina, we are executing them through due process," he said.

Asked whether Bangladesh would pursue a legal battle in an Indian court to secure Hasina's return, Asaduzzaman said the matter depended on the Indian government.

"That is a matter for the Indian government. We have made a request to them under ...