India, Nov. 23 -- The history of Bangladesh begins with Sheikh Mujib the legendary leader who rose against the powerful Pakistan army and attained independence after a struggle that was both difficult and long. Lovingly called 'Bangabandhu,' he was a person admired and revered across the nation for achieving the impossible. After the surrender of Pakistan East Pakistan became what is now Bangladesh.
A nation was born and charted on a journey of progress and development under its benevolent leader. However, destiny had other plans. What began with a promising note in 1971 ended on an abrupt note when Bangbandhu and his family members were assassinated in a military coup. Hasina and her sister survived because they were abroad at the time. T...