Dhaka: An "interim government" is being formed in Bangladesh following the resignation and departure of Sheikh Hasina, who fled the country amid widespread protests. The military has now taken control. Earlier today, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar chaired an all-party meeting to discuss the fall of the Hasina government and the military takeover. The former Prime Minister, who arrived in India yesterday, remains in the country. Later in the day, Jaishankar also addressed the Parliament regarding the ongoing crisis in Bangladesh.
Sheikh Hasina Had Previously Claimed to Have Received an "Offer" from a "White Man"
Months before her downfall as Bangladesh's Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina claimed that conspiracies were being plotted to overthrow her government, and she feared she might be assassinated like her father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the nation's founding leader.
Situation in Bangladesh Still Unfolding: S Jaishankar Addresses Parliament
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar addressed the Parliament today about the evolving crisis in Bangladesh. He stated that the situation is still developing and assured that India is maintaining constant communication with Bangladeshi authorities.
At Least 24 Killed in Hotel Owned by Awami League Leader in Bangladesh
At least 24 people, including an Indonesian national, were killed in a fire set by a mob at a luxury hotel owned by an Awami League leader in Bangladesh. This occurred after Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country, according to reports from local journalists and hospital sources, as reported by news agency PTI.
Bangladesh Police Association Announces Strike Amid Unrest
The Bangladesh Police Association announced a strike on Tuesday, following the violent protests that led to the downfall of the Prime Minister. The association, representing thousands of senior police officers, stated:
"Until the safety of every police officer is assured, we are declaring a strike."
In their statement, the association apologized for the actions of the police during the protests, claiming that officers were "forced to open fire" and had been unfairly portrayed as the "villain" in the situation.
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