Hey, did you hear about Sheikh Hasina? She’s been the prime minister of Bangladesh like twice and is the longest-serving prime minister in the country’s history. She’s got a net worth that’s between $100,000 and $1 million, which is pretty decent.
Stepping Down
So, after a bunch of protests, Hasina resigned on August 5, 2024, and moved to India. She’s also the longest-serving female head of government in the world. Forbes even listed her as the 43rd most powerful woman in the world. Pretty cool, right? During her time in office, her assets grew a lot.
Net Worth Over the Years
As of 2023, her net worth was about $374,334.91 (or TK 4.36 crore). Here’s how it breaks down over the years:
- 1996-2001: First became prime minister after the 1996 election but lost in 2001. This was the first time a Bangladesh prime minister served a full five-year term since independence.
- 2008: Won the election again. She had 4 acres of land worth $1,502.49 (TK 1.75 lakh), $1,287.85 (TK 1.5 lakh) in cash, and $26,615.56 (TK 3.1 crore) in banks. Plus, she had vehicles worth $5,151.40 (TK 6 lakh) and gold worth $11,376.00 (TK 13.25 lakh). Her annual income was $25,560.09 (TK 29,77,067).
- 2014: Had $88,432.33 (TK 1.03 crore) in banks, annual earnings of $60,219.93 (TK 70,14,010), and cash worth $4,275.66 (TK 4.98 lakh).
- 2018: Her annual income was $28,630.04 (TK 33,34,634), and she had $618,167.74 (TK 7.2 crore) in banks. She earned $987.35 (TK 1,15,000) monthly, but this wasn’t in the affidavit she submitted in 2018. Her cash amount dropped to $726.13 (TK 84,575), and her investment in savings certificates went from $437,868.81 (TK 5.1 crore) to $4,292.83 (TK 5 lakh).
In 2018, she didn’t own any homes but had six acres of property. She had a vehicle worth $5,151.40 (TK 6 lakh), which was a gift.
As of 2023, she had a net worth of $374,334.91 (TK 4.36 crore). She earned $91,866.59 (TK 1.07 crore) in 2022. Her tax return showed an income worth $163,986.16 (TK 1.91 crore). She bought fixed deposits and savings certificates worth $64,392.47 (TK 75 lakh) in the last four years.
Assets Growth
From 2008 to 2023, her assets grew a lot. Here’s a quick look:
- 2008: $1,502.49 (TK 1.75 lakh)
- 2023: $39,957.68 (TK 46.54 lakh)
- Land: 9.48 acres (15.3 bigha) worth $5,821.08 (TK 6.78 lakh)
- Building: Three-story building worth $4,292.83 (TK 5 lakh)
- Plot: Purbachal plot valued at $29,843.76 (TK 34.76 lakh)
So, Sheikh Hasina’s got a pretty solid fortune now.
More About Sheikh Hasina
- Birth: September 28, 1946, in Tungipara, East Bengal. She’s from the Bengali Muslim Sheikh family.
- Parents: Her dad was Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the first president of Bangladesh, and her mom was Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib.
- Tragic Past: Her family, except her husband, kids, and sister Sheikh Rehana, was killed during the August 15, 1975 coup.
- Marriage: She married M.A. Wazed Miah, a Bengali nuclear scientist, and they had two kids, Sajeeb Wazed and Saima Wazed.
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What is Sheikh Hasina's net worth?
Between $100,000 and $1 million.
When did Sheikh Hasina resign?
August 5, 2024.
Who is Sheikh Hasina's husband?
M.A. Wazed Miah, a Bengali nuclear scientist.
How long did Sheikh Hasina serve as prime minister?
She’s the longest-serving prime minister in Bangladesh’s history.
What is Sheikh Hasina's rank on Forbes' list?
She’s 43rd on the list of the 100 Most Powerful Women in the World.
