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Published Aug 05, 2024
By Vivek Dubey
Large-scale protests have erupted in Bangladesh following the announcement of a controversial quota system for government jobs, sparking widespread public outrage.
A non-cooperation movement began on August 4, with citizens refusing to adhere to government directives, exacerbating unrest and disrupting normal life.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned in response to escalating violence and mass protests demanding her removal, creating a tense political climate.
Sheikh Hasina left Dhaka at around 2:30 pm via military helicopter from Ganabhaban, the Prime Minister's official residence, reportedly accompanied by her sister. As per is sources, they are enroute to London.
The Prime Minister’s residence, Ganabhaban, has been besieged by protesters, who have defied curfews and military orders, intensifying the crisis.
Bangladesh Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman announced that an interim government will be established to restore order and stability, pledging to investigate recent violence.
The government had imposed an internet blackout in response to the unrest. However, broadband services were partially restored around 1:15 pm, amid ongoing protests.
Dhaka remains volatile with continued unrest and protests. The whereabouts of Sheikh Hasina are unknown, contributing to the city's instability.
Protesters have organised a "Long March to Dhaka," further escalating tensions and drawing significant national and international attention.
As per reports, the interim government will be headed by Salimullah Khan, Asif Nazrul, Justice (Rtd.) Md. Abdul Wahhab Miah and General (Rtd.) Iqbal Karim Bhuiyan, among others.
The protests originated from dissatisfaction with a quota system that reserves 30% of government jobs for relatives of veterans from the 1971 War of Independence, highlighting deep-seated grievances.