In a major political shake-up, Bangladesh's BNP has defeated the Islamist Jamaat party in the coalition led by the NCP Gen Z party, ending Sheikh Hasina's long-standing rule. Muhammad Yunus fulfilled his promise of holding elections, but with the Awami League absent from the elections, the political future of Bangladesh looks uncertain. Experts and political watchers wonder how sustainable these results will be without the Awami League’s participation. The election outcome also has significant implications for India, given the close ties between the two nations. The Hindu’s correspondent Kallol Bhattacherjee provided on-ground reports from Dhaka, highlighting the evolving political landscape. The new government faces the challenge of ensuring stability and cooperation in the region as Bangladesh navigates this critical transition.