Bangladesh in Turmoil: PM Sheikh Hasina Resigns Amidst Violent Protests

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned and fled the country following violent protests over job quotas. Demonstrations escalated into a movement demanding her ouster, leading to a military intervention. Hasina’s departure marks the end of her 15-year tenure, as an interim government takes over amidst the unrest.

Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned and fled the country on Monday after violent protests that began over job quotas intensified into demands for her removal. The military stepped in, announcing her resignation and the formation of an interim government.

Jubilant crowds stormed into the presidential residence, looting furniture and electronics as they celebrated Hasina's departure. In Dhaka, protesters damaged a statue of Hasina's father, state founder Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman took control, urging citizens to return to non-violent ways.

Hasina, 76, arrived in India for an undisclosed stay, with plans to fly to London. Her resignation ended a long rule marked by slow economic growth and recent violent crackdowns on protests. U.S. and international bodies called for an inclusive interim government to ease the transition.