Dhaka plans to seek former PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India, says Interim government chief Muhammad Yunus

In his address to mark the 100-day of his government in the country, Yunus was quoted as saying by Dhaka Tribune: "You are aware of the dire situation under which we had to take charge. Following an unprecedented mass uprising by students, workers and the public, the fascist leader (Hasina) fled, leaving the country temporarily without a government. "

"During this time, the police and administration became completely inactive, creating an alarming situation. We all now have the responsibility of rebuilding a nation devastated by autocratic rule. After the July-August uprising, we inherited a country in total disarray," he said.

Yunus claimed nearly 1,500 students, workers and civilians died during the violent protests in Bangladesh in July-August which led to the end of Hasina's regime.

Hasina fled the nation on August 5 amid violent protests against her regime.

The protest which initially began as a demonstration against the quota system soon turned into a massive agitation against Hasina's regime.