Violent Clashes Erupt in Bangladesh Over Job Quota Controversy

At least 91 people, including 14 policemen, were killed and hundreds injured in Bangladesh amid protests demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation. The unrest centers around government job quotas for veterans' relatives. Authorities enforced a nationwide curfew and cut mobile internet, while the government announced a three-day holiday to ensure public safety.

At least 91 people, including 14 policemen, were killed and hundreds injured on Sunday in fierce clashes between protesters demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's resignation and the ruling party supporters in different parts of Bangladesh. Authorities were forced to cut off mobile internet and enforce a nationwide curfew indefinitely.

The clashes erupted when protesters, under the Students Against Discrimination banner, faced opposition from Awami League supporters. The violence has escalated since demands were made for the government to end a controversial job quota system.

Authorities have mobilized troops, paramilitary forces, and elite anti-crime units alongside police in response. In addition, the government has declared a three-day general holiday for public safety amid violent protests.

(With inputs from agencies.)