A report published on August 15, 2026 alleges that deep divisions have emerged among Awami League central leaders and former ministers who took shelter in India after Bangladesh's July 2024 mass uprising. It says frustration has grown among grassroots and veteran figures because Sheikh Hasina remains in India without public appearances, despite issuing instructions and alleged press conference or audio messages.

The report says tensions intensified after Anandabazar published an interview with presidium member Jahangir Kabir Nanak, who was said to have claimed he would return to Bangladesh before Hasina and take revenge. Former home minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal questioned Nanak's ability to return, citing his own death sentence, restrictions by Indian authorities, fear of being handed over to Bangladesh, financial hardship and declining health.

The article also describes Awami League general secretary Obaidul Quader as sidelined and says no public mourning event was held in Kolkata or elsewhere by his side on August 15. It further alleges that veteran ministers and lawmakers are isolated, face financial strain and fear arrest, while Hasina maintains contact with only selected loyalists.