In pics: Deadly protests, fires, and nationwide curfew in Bangladesh
Jul 20, 2024, 13:14 (IST)
The Bangladesh government has imposed a nationwide curfew and deployed the army to address escalating student-led protests over government job quotas. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's administration aims to restore order as students demand reforms to what they consider an unfair and discriminatory system. Violent clashes have resulted in 105 deaths, and protesters stormed Narsingdi's Central Jail, freeing hundreds of inmates and setting it ablaze. Telecommunications were disrupted, and government websites were hacked by a group opposing the government's actions. The authorities have banned public rallies and suspended train services in response to the unrest. The protests began after the high court reinstated a controversial quota system for government jobs, sparking widespread discontent among students.