[🇧🇩] Bangladeshi PM Hasina Flees country amid deadly riots

Source: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2024/08/05/bangladesh-pm-flees-riots/

The prime minister of Bangladesh has fled the country for a "safer place" amid violent protests demanding her resignation.

Thousands of Bangladeshi protesters stormed the palace of Sheikh Hasina in the capital of Dhaka on Monday.

Local network Channel 24 broadcast images of crowds running into the premier's official residence in the capital, waving to the camera as they celebrated.

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Indian PM Modi chairs key meet over Bangladesh unrest

The Indian Cabinet Committee on Security met at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official residence yesterday evening amid the turmoil in Bangladesh

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Indian PM Modi chairs key meet over Bangladesh unrest

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The Indian Cabinet Committee on Security met at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official residence yesterday evening amid the turmoil in Bangladesh.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman were present in the meeting.

Separately, PM Modi was also briefed on the situation in Bangladesh by S Jaishankar. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi, who is the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, has also spoken to Jaishankar.

Hasina, who first came to power in 2009, had sought to quell nationwide protests against her government since early July but she fled the country after brutal unrest on Sunday in which nearly 100 people were killed.

Bangladesh's army chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman said in a broadcast to the nation on state television that Hasina, 76, had resigned and the military would form a caretaker government.

Sheikh Hasina's plane - a Bangladesh Air Force C-130 military transport - landed at an airbase near Delhi yesterday evening.

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval called on the former prime minister.

She is expected to leave for London later, sources told NDTV, where she may seek political asylum.

Hasina, who won a fifth term as prime minister in January, may not return to politics, her US-based son and former Chief Advisor Sajeeb Wajed Joy has told BBC's World Service's Newshour program.

Disappointed by the strong public sentiment against her government despite her efforts to transform the country, she has decided to quit, he told BBC.​

 

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BSF issues ‘high alert’ along Bangladesh-India border

India’s Border Security Force has issued a “high alert” along the 4,096 km-long India-Bangladesh border considering the current law-and-order situation in Bangladesh

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BSF issues 'high alert' along Bangladesh-India border

India's Border Security Force has issued a "high alert" along the 4,096 km-long India-Bangladesh border considering the current law-and-order situation in Bangladesh.

The alert came following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her fleeing to India after weeks of protest that culminated in a mass upsurge on Monday.

There have been numerous reports of violence and killings of ruling party leaders as well as policemen.

Daljit Singh Chaudhary, director general of BSF, and other officials visited the India-Bangladesh border in Dhamakhali under the North 24 Parganas district in West Bengal yesterday, reports Indian Express.

"The purpose of this visit is to review the operational preparedness and strategic deployment of BSF in these important border areas," the BSF said in a statement.

"The ongoing efforts of BSF in Sundarbans and North 24 Parganas are vital in preventing international crimes and maintaining the sovereignty of the nation considering the current situation in Bangladesh," said a BSF official.

Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee yesterday appealed to political leaders to not make any provocative statements on the Bangladesh crisis.

She said the Centre will decide India's stand on the crisis in the neighbouring country.

Mamata further said, "I appeal to people of all communities with folded hands to remain calm and not engage in any communal behaviour or take the law into their own hands.

"If our brothers and sisters who are there (in Bangladesh) face some trouble, the Government of India and the Government of Bangladesh will look into it. We will do what the GoI asks. I urge leaders of all political parties and everyone else to not post anything that will disrupt peace here."

She claimed that some BJP leaders have already started making 'inappropriate' comments on the situation in Bangladesh.

The West Bengal Police also asked people to not share "provocative videos".

"Given the current situation in neighbouring Bangladesh, we have noticed a few posts and videos on social media that may create discord and unrest. Please do not pay attention to rumours, do not share provocative videos, do not step into a fake news trap. The state administration is alert and vigilant. Keep calm and maintain peace," the police posted on X.​

 

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Celebrities rejoice as student-led movement brings new dawn for Bangladesh

What began as a protest for quota reform quickly evolved into a historic student movement that led to Sheikh Hasina's resignation and the fall of her government.

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Celebrities rejoice as student-led movement brings new dawn for Bangladesh

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What began as a protest for quota reform quickly evolved into a historic student movement that led to Sheikh Hasina's resignation and the fall of her government.

Celebrities who participated in the protest have shared their joy on social media:

Ashfaque Nipun posted, "Bangladesh is now FREE from the long rule of the tyrant Sheikh Hasina! Thanks to the quota reform students and the people of my country for making this possible. This is just the beginning. We will continue to work on reforming our homeland."

"Madam, it's good you've stepped down, but you should have awarded the national honors to those who were waiting for them before you left," said Sadia Ayman.

"We will certainly celebrate this victory! However, we must also exercise restraint and stay vigilant. After 20 years of vengeance-driven politics, we will respond with kindness and empathy. Let's remain alert over the next few days. We are committed to building a humane and democratic society. Lastly, a salute to the Bangladeshi youth and everyone from all walks of life. Together we stand strong," said Mostofa Sarwar Farooki.

Mehazabien Chowdhury posted "Independence" with images of the flag and a heart.

"Allahu Akbar! Allah, this so-called Gen-Z has rescued us from the most monstrous dictator ever. They achieved what the world and other countries could not. We owe them our lives. May Allah bestow immense mercy and blessings on this generation that sacrificed so much. I salute you, Gen-Z. You are our heroes," said Salman Mohammad Muqtadir.

Tasnia Farin wrote, "The power of Bangladeshi students."

"Game over! It's been proven that pride leads to downfall. Everyone will eventually face the consequences of their actions," said Shihab Shaheen.

"Students and citizens, now is the time to build a new nation where history will not repeat itself—a humane and democratic one," said Shohel Mondol.

Ziaul Faruq Apurba shared Sabina Yasmin's popular song "Ekti Bangladesh Tumi Jagroto Jonotar."

ABM Sumon wrote, "I will always remember with a heavy heart those who sacrificed their lives for us to witness this historic moment! Bangladesh 2.0."

"All praise is due to Allah! Oppression is never lasting," said Ziaul Hoque Polash.

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Tanjin Tisha posted "Bangladesh" with an image of the country.

Alif Alauddin wrote, "I can't believe this. You did it. Here I am, crying in Florida."​

 

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Khaleda release, JS dissolution, nat’l govt soon: Fakhrul

Bangladesh Nationalist Party secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Monday that a decision was taken to release party chairperson Khaleda Zia immediately.

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Khaleda release, JS dissolution, nat'l govt soon: Fakhrul
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Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir. | New Age file photo

Bangladesh Nationalist Party secretary general Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir said on Monday that a decision was taken to release party chairperson Khaleda Zia immediately.

He said that the decision was taken at a meeting with president Md Shahabuddin in Bangabhaban on Monday night.

Fakhrul added that some important decisions were also taken during their discussion.

'Today, after discussing with the president, some basic issues have been addressed. The first is that parliament will be dissolved and an interim government will be formed soon,' he said.

'It has been decided that Khaleda Zia will be released immediately, and steps will be taken to bring Tarique Rahman back home,' he said.

Along with that, all those student leaders and activists who have been unjustly imprisoned since July 1 and who have been imprisoned for political reasons, will be released, he said.

'It has also been decided that all political parties and student leaders will work to bring the law and order situation under control,' he said.

'I want to appeal to the entire nation that we have achieved a great victory and success. Let it not flow to the other side. Let us not attack anyone out of anger, hatred, or revenge,' he said.

'Do not harm any organisation. All our friends and brothers, who are religious minorities, should not be attacked. It is our holy duty to protect them,' he said.

'Our leader, Tarique Rahman, fully supported this movement. We have taken all measures to bring him back to the country immediately. Please be patient,' he said.

Fakhrul, along with many other representatives of political parties and civil society, took part in a meeting with the president at Bangabhaban following the fall of Sheikh Hasina.​

 

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The military plane, the most tracked plane today on website Flight Radar 24 which tracks the flight of all planes, was expected to land in Hindon Air Base near Delhi around 6:00pm Indian time.[/JUSTIFY]

All about flight AJAX1431 that flew Sheikh Hasina to India after escape from Dhaka

A Bangladesh-registered C-130J Hercules jet became the most tracked flight on Flightradar24.com amid reports of Bangaldesh PM Sheikh Hasina quitting and leaving her country. The jet -- with callsign AJAX1431 -- is believed to be carrying Sheikh Hasina.

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