Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has reportedly stepped down from her position after enduring weeks of intense protests concerning job quota reforms. This significant development was confirmed by Bangladesh High Commission officials speaking to Reuters in Delhi.
On the evening of the resignation, around 6 pm, Hasina and her sister, Sheikh Rehana, arrived at the Hindon Indian Air Force Base located in Ghaziabad. Their arrival in India marks a dramatic turn in the political situation.
According to the Daily Star, Hasina departed Dhaka on Monday seeking “a safer place” amidst the escalating unrest. This move came as protests over job quota reforms reached a peak, causing significant disruption and concern.
A source close to Hasina revealed to AFP that she had intended to deliver a speech but was unable to do so due to the tumultuous circumstances. The exact nature and content of this speech remain undisclosed, but its planned delivery highlights the gravity of the situation faced by the Prime Minister.
The Daily Star also reported a critical incident occurring around 3 pm when protesters breached Gono Bhaban, the official residence of the Prime Minister. This breach signifies the heightened level of unrest and the challenge to Hasina’s authority in the face of public dissent.
Violence erupted on Monday, particularly in the Jatrabari and Dhaka Medical College areas, leading to at least six fatalities. These clashes between the police and protesters reflect the severe tensions and the intensity of the conflict over the job quota reforms.
The resignation of Sheikh Hasina, following these dramatic events, underscores the profound impact of the ongoing protests and the widespread demand for change in the job quota system.
