Viral Video Claiming Sheikh Hasina Asked Bangladesh to Merge with India Is a Deepfake

The clip surfaced on social media on April 10, 2024, showing a woman speaking about a merger between Bangladesh and India. Vishvas News Fact Check examined the footage and found no record of such a statement in any official speech or press release by the Prime Minister. Analysis of the video’s metadata and audio quality indicates it was manipulated using deep‑fake technology, and the voice does not match Sheikh Hasina’s recorded timbre. The Prime Minister’s office has issued a statement denying any such call for merger and reaffirming Bangladesh’s commitment to its sovereignty. The fact‑check warns viewers to verify sources before sharing political content.