Bangladesh COP 2024: Sheikh Hasina’s 15 -year -old rule ended on 5 August 2024 in Bangladesh. The interim government was formed under the leadership of Muhammad Yunus, but even after a year, instability, violence on minorities and economic crisis continue.
Sheikh hasina exit: It has been a year since the coup in Bangladesh. On 5 August 2024, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina had to leave the country due to violent protests. With Hasina coming to India, her 15 -year rule in Bangladesh was over. After this, Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus took over the leadership of the interim government. They have the responsibility of implementing electoral and constitutional reforms and holding reliable elections.
Even after a year, the interim government of Bangladesh is facing the challenges of political instability, religious polarization and maintaining law and order. Cases are being conducted against Hasina. Despite the big political turmoil, efforts to build Bangladesh based on liberal democracy, political tolerance and communal harmony have not yet succeeded. Bangladesh is looking for stability. Late in the election, the restlessness of the people is increasing.
Hundreds of people killed in anti -government movement
Due to the anti -government movement in Bangladesh, there was a huge loss of life. Hundreds of people were killed. Police stations and government offices were burnt. The leaders of the Awami League were killed. Hindus were targeted. His houses were burnt. Many Hindu minorities were killed.
Relations with India deteriorated
After the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government, the way the atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh took place out of the people of India. The Government of India raised the issue of safety of Hindus in front of Bangladesh. The government led by Muhammad Yunus took an anti -India stand instead of taking steps to protect Hindus. Yunus went to China and made statements against India. The effect of deteriorating relations was that India stopped the help given to increase Bangladesh’s exports. Due to this, the economic condition of Bangladesh has deteriorated.
Bangladesh’s economic condition deteriorated
Even before the rebellion, Bangladesh’s economy was struggling with global tremors. In 2024 inflation was 11.66%. It was at the highest level of 12 years. Foreign exchange reserves declined drastically. It was about 30 billion dollars in June 2025.
When will elections be held in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh currently has an interim government. Its task is to hand over power to the new government by conducting elections, but it is not decided when elections will be held. Differences between the interim administration and the main opposition party, Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) have further increased uncertainty. BNP has demanded to hold elections by February 2026, while Younus has proposed to hold elections in April.
Islamic groups, who have previously banned under Hasina’s rule, have got a place in the interim government. Meanwhile, the protesting student leaders have formed a new political party. Some Islamic leaders are either released or escaped from custody. The largest Islamic party is Jamaat-e-Islami active. He recently held a big rally in Dhaka.
Disappointment in Bangladesh continuously
During the protest, some people in Bangladesh hoped that there would be changes, but meaningful changes have not taken place. This has increased disappointment among people. The protesting Mehrunnesa’s father Musharraf Hussain said that the movement took place due to deep dissatisfaction. He said, “We want a new Bangladesh. It has been 54 years of independence, yet I did not get independence. I want to see the new Bangladesh as a place, feel safe. Law enforcement agencies should perform their duty properly. The government does not resort to forcibly missing or murder as before. I want to openly speak.”