Dhaka, Bangladesh – The Indian government has issued an advisory urging its citizens to avoid traveling to Bangladesh following violent student protests that resulted in nearly 100 fatalities on Sunday. The unrest, which has gripped the nation for the past month, saw a deadly escalation with 91 students killed due to clashes between protestors, police, and government-supporting groups.
The student protests initially began as a response to the Bangladesh high court’s decision to reinstate a 30 percent quota in government jobs for descendants of freedom fighters. This controversial ruling sparked widespread anger among students, who demand equal job opportunities for all citizens.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s refusal to meet the students’ demands to reverse the quota decision has further fueled the protests. As the movement grew, the confrontations became more violent, leading to the deaths of over 200 people and leaving many more injured. In an attempt to control the situation, the government imposed an 11-day internet blackout, which has since been lifted.
Although there was a brief lull in the protests during initial talks with the government, the students have reignited their efforts by calling for a nationwide civil disobedience movement. They are demanding Prime Minister Hasina’s resignation, a public apology for the deaths, and the removal of several government ministers.
The ongoing turmoil has also led to the closure of schools and universities, with students urging the government to reopen educational institutions immediately.
The international community is closely monitoring the situation, and the Indian government’s travel advisory highlights the severity of the unrest. As the protests continue, the future of Bangladesh’s political landscape remains uncertain.
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