In an opinion column published by Amar Desh on July 30, 2026, Minar Rashid questions whether Sheikh Hasina can return to Bangladesh before December. The writer argues that, despite campaigning and speculation around a possible return, such an outcome is unrealistic under the current political circumstances. The column makes strongly critical assertions about Hasina's departure and the situation of Awami League leaders and activists.

The article examines four possible routes for a return: a new mass uprising leading to a change of power, political maneuvering between the government and opposition, foreign military intervention, and surrendering to the courts for a legal battle. The writer assesses strategic cooperation between the Awami League and BNP, Jamaat or NCP as highly unlikely. Indian military intervention is also described as having very limited prospects.

The columnist describes surrender before the courts as the comparatively most realistic route, but argues that Hasina would not choose it because of alleged accusations and possible legal consequences. The article also calls for a proper investigation and action over an attack in Habiganj on Sarjis Alam and Nasiruddin Patwary.