Sheikh Hasina's Dramatic Resignation Sparks Political Unrest in Bangladesh
Sheikh Hasina’s Resignation LIVE Updates: Bangladesh is currently experiencing a volatile political climate following Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s resignation amid escalating protests.
Political Turmoil in Bangladesh: Opposition Leaders Gather for Crisis Talks
“Leaders of the Opposition in both Houses, Mallikarjun Kharge (Rajya Sabha) and Rahul Gandhi (Lok Sabha), attended an all-party meeting convened by the central government on Tuesday to discuss the situation in Bangladesh.” External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar led the meeting, providing updates on the unfolding events.
Sheikh Hasina’s Resignation and Arrival in India
On Monday, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned amid growing protests and arrived at Hindon Air Base near New Delhi aboard a C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft. This sudden move has intensified the already volatile situation in Bangladesh.
Escalating Protests Lead to Violence and Arson
Bangladesh newspaper Prothom Alo reported that the Awami League’s Dhaka district office was set on fire by agitators around 4 pm on Monday. The same day, protesters also targeted and set ablaze Awami League president Sheikh Hasina’s office at 3/A Dhanmondi in Dhaka. Demonstrators were seen chanting slogans and celebrating the news of her resignation.
Protests: From Quota System to Broader Uprising
Initially led by students demanding the abolition of a quota system for government jobs, the protests have since evolved into a broader uprising against Prime Minister Hasina and her ruling Awami League party. The situation escalated dramatically on Sunday, with clashes in Dhaka resulting in at least 95 deaths, including 14 police officers, and leaving hundreds more injured, according to local media outlet Prothom Alo.
Cross-Border Movement Amid Unrest
In the wake of the violence in Bangladesh, people have been crossing into India for work via the Petrapole-Benapole border in North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. Heavy police forces have been deployed at the border to manage the situation.
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The resignation of Sheikh Hasina has thrown Bangladesh into a state of political turmoil, with widespread protests and violence. As the country navigates this crisis, the international community watches closely.
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