Bangladesh rallies mark one month since Sheikh Hasina"s ousting

On Thursday, thousands gathered in Dhaka, Bangladesh, to commemorate one month since the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, a change driven by a mass uprising initiated by students. This uprising ended Hasina's 15-year tenure, which had been marked by controversy, including an election that saw major opposition parties boycotting. Protesters expressed their anger towards India for its perceived support of Hasina and called for her execution and state reforms. The interim government, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, is focused on restoring law and order amidst ongoing economic struggles. Yunus, who has a contentious history with Hasina, emphasized the need for a new direction for Bangladesh, inspired by the sacrifices of those who protested. He also urged Hasina to refrain from making political statements from India, which he deemed unhelpful. As protests continued, Yunus faced challenges in managing unrest, particularly from garment workers, leading to temporary factory closures. He dismissed claims of targeted violence against the Hindu minority since Hasina's removal, suggesting that such incidents were politically motivated rather than communal. Yunus's administration is working to reorganize state institutions to stabilize the country. Additionally, the Bangladeshi government lodged a formal protest with India regarding the killing of a young girl by Indian border forces, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations. The situation remains delicate as the interim government seeks to navigate the complexities of governance and public sentiment in the wake of Hasina's ousting.