Sajeeb Wazed Joy Urges Military to Prevent Unelected Government in Bangladesh

Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of Bangladesh's Prime Minister, calls on law enforcement to uphold the constitution amidst ongoing violent protests. With Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and volatile political climate, Joy emphasizes preventing any unelected government. Deadly protests continue, leading to global security discussions.

Sajeeb Wazed Joy, the son of Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has called upon the Police, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and the military to uphold the constitution and prevent any unelected government from taking power. He cautioned that failure to do so could undo 15 years of progress and steer Bangladesh towards a disastrous future, comparable to Pakistan.

In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Joy highlighted the importance of this responsibility: 'To the Police, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and our military: I urge you to understand your responsibility--to keep our people safe, to keep our country safe, and to protect and uphold our constitution. This means that no unelected government should be allowed to hold power, even for one minute.'

Joy also condemned the ongoing protests, describing them as terrorism due to the associated violence and loss of life. 'Power cannot be seized through violence and killing. When police killings occur, innocent people are targeted, homes are set on fire, and journalists are killed--it turns into terrorism,' he stated.

The political climate in Bangladesh remains tense following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina amid growing protests. The demonstrations, initially driven by students demanding an end to the government job quota system, have escalated into broader anti-government protests. Clashes in Dhaka have left at least 135 dead, including 14 police officers, and hundreds injured, according to local reports.

Following her resignation, Sheikh Hasina arrived in India on Monday evening. It remains unclear whether she will stay in Delhi or travel elsewhere, with some reports suggesting a possible move to London. In response to the unfolding crisis, India's Cabinet Committee on Security met on Monday at Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence, with senior officials discussing the situation in Bangladesh.