New interim government set to lead Bangladesh amid political crisis
The formation of this interim government comes after days of unrest and the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who reportedly left the country amidst escalating protests.
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The formation of this interim government comes after days of unrest and the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who reportedly left the country amidst escalating protests.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee responded promptly to the unfolding situation, urging the people of Bengal to remain calm and avoid succumbing to rumors.
The violence erupted amid a backdrop of widespread demonstrations against Hasina’s administration. What began as protests over civil service job quotas has spiraled into a broader movement demanding the Prime Minister’s resignation and fundamental political reforms. The burning of the Awami League headquarters is a stark symbol of the growing frustration and anger among the populace.
Following today’s military coup in Dhaka, security has been significantly increased outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi. There are growing speculations that Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina might seek refuge in India, prompting heightened vigilance.
Hasina, who fled Bangladesh amidst escalating protests and violence, is currently on a Bangladesh Air Force C-130J aircraft. The plane, carrying her and a small entourage, including her sister, has been closely monitored by Indian security agencies since it approached the Indian border.
The military of Bangladesh has executed a coup d'état, seizing control of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s residence in Dhaka.
At the ICP Fulbari, the border between India and Bangladesh, images show a steady flow of Bangladeshis making their way across the border, driven by the turmoil engulfing their country. The crossing, which is typically a routine process, has become a focal point of the crisis, highlighting the broader implications of the political upheaval.
The protests, which began over issues of governance and economic hardships, escalated rapidly, leading to widespread calls for her resignation.
Reports suggest that Hasina's helicopter is heading towards Agartala in the Indian state of Tripura. BBC Bangla reported on Monday that the Prime Minister, accompanied by her sister, departed Dhaka earlier today. The source indicated that upon arriving in India, Hasina would likely board a commercial flight to London.
In addition to the attack on Hasina's residence, protesters targeted the statue of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, defacing the monument that symbolizes the legacy of the country's independence. This act of vandalism underscores the intensity of the current discontent, which initially stemmed from protests against civil service job quotas but has since evolved into broader demands for Hasina’s resignation.
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