Bangladesh’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country amidst escalating protests.
The unrest, which began as student demonstrations against a controversial government job quota system, quickly transformed into widespread anti-government protests demanding Hasina’s resignation.
Over the weekend, violence erupted across the nation, with attacks on government buildings, ruling party offices, and police stations.
The chaos led to a significant shutdown of internet services and public transportation, including the indefinite suspension of railway services.
Garment factories, a critical part of Bangladesh’s economy, were also closed for safety reasons.
The situation intensified on Monday, August 5, 2024, when Hasina fled her official residence, Ganobhaban, reportedly flying to India with her sister.
Protestors stormed the palace, taking over rooms and even vandalizing statues of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Hasina’s father and Bangladesh’s founding leader.
Clashes between protestors and police resulted in additional casualties, further fueling public outrage.
Geral Waker-Uz-Zaman, the army chief, announced Hasina’s resignation and the formation of an interim government to stabilize the country.
He urged the public to cease violence and trust the army to handle the transition.
Despite the army’s call for calm, the situation remains volatile with widespread jubilation among protestors and ongoing civil disobedience campaigns.
This period marks a significant moment in Bangladesh’s political history, as the nation grapples with the aftermath of Hasina’s departure and the prospect of a new political era.
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