In Bangladesh, students have vowed to continue demonstrating after a Supreme Court ruling significantly reduced quotas for government jobs. This controversial policy, which was scrapped by Sheikh Hasina’s government in 2018, was reintroduced in June, leading to widespread protests across the country.
The demonstrations have been met with a harsh crackdown by security forces, resulting in the deaths of more than 140 people and injuries to thousands. A nationwide curfew and internet blackout remain in place as protesters continue to demand their voices be heard.
The protesters argue that the fight isn’t over and are calling for reforms to the job quota system and an end to the violence against students. The Bangladesh Supreme Court ruling has sparked outrage among students and has united them in their determination to bring about change.
The protests have been particularly intense at Dhaka University, where students have been at the forefront of the anti-quota movement. The Awami League Party, which holds power in Bangladesh, has been a target of the protesters’ demands, particularly the Bangladesh Chhatra League, the student wing of the party.
The students are calling for quota reform and an end to the violence against peaceful demonstrators. The hashtags #Save_Bangladeshi_students, #StudentsUnderAttack, and #StepDownHasina have been trending on social media as the movement gains momentum.
As the protests continue, the international community is closely watching the situation in Bangladesh and urging the government to listen to the concerns of the students. The resolve of the students in the face of violence and oppression is a testament to their unwavering commitment to creating a more just and fair society.
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