Protests erupted in Bangladesh against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's government after years of undemocratic rule. Sinthia Mehrin Sokal was injured during a protest against a quota system, leading to public outrage. A fellow student, Abu Sayed, was shot by police, igniting widespread protests. Various groups, including students, parents, and opposition parties, joined forces against the government. The protests culminated in Hasina fleeing to India as thousands stormed her residence, marking a pivotal moment in Bangladesh's political landscape.
Protesters hoped for real change after 15 years of undemocratic governance, but political instability looms as groups jostle for power and reforms falter.
Sinthia Mehrin Sokal recalls the attack she suffered during protests against a controversial quota system, leading to serious injuries and a memory loss.
Abu Sayed, a student protesting against the government, was fatally shot by police, sparking an unprecedented movement against Prime Minister Hasina's regime.
The protests united students, citizens, and opposition parties, forming a significant collective that eventually led to the ousting of Hasina from power.
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