Bangladesh Bans Jamaat-E-Islami Over Recent Unrest

The Bangladesh government has banned the Jamaat-e-Islami and its student wing, Islami Chhatra Shibir, under the Anti-Terrorism Act after nationwide protests over government job quotas resulted in at least 150 deaths. The decision follows accusations that the party instigated the violence. This move underscores ongoing political and social tensions in Bangladesh.

Bangladesh has officially banned Jamaat-e-Islami and its student wing, Islami Chhatra Shibir, citing their role in inciting nationwide protests over the government job quota system that led to the deaths of at least 150 people.

The ban was confirmed by the Public Security Division of the Ministry of Home Affairs and falls under Section 18(1) of the Anti-Terrorism Act.

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina accused Jamaat-Shibir and BNP of exploiting students, resulting in violent unrest that severely impacted the nation. The government has called for heightened security measures to enforce this decision.