Nationwide Shutdown Over Job Quota Protests Rock Bangladesh
Student protesters in Bangladesh have declared a nationwide shutdown following violent confrontations with security forces, resulting in six deaths. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announced a judicial inquiry into the violence and has urged faith in the judiciary. Educational institutions nationwide are closed indefinitely.
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Student protesters demanding reforms in the quota system for government jobs announced a nationwide shutdown on Thursday, following violent clashes with security forces that left six people dead, including four students.
A key coordinator, Asif Mahmud, declared that all establishments would remain closed, barring hospitals and emergency services. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina deeply regretted the casualties and announced a judicial inquiry.
Despite the prime minister's plea for faith in the judiciary, protesters vowed to continue their demonstrations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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