Historic Bloodshed in Bangladesh: Protests Turn Deadly

The recent anti-government protests in Bangladesh led to the deaths of more than 1,000 people, marking the bloodiest period since its 1971 independence. The demonstrations, initially against public sector job quotas, escalated into a larger movement causing Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee to India.

Bangladesh has witnessed its bloodiest period since its 1971 independence, with over 1,000 fatalities during last month's anti-government protests, according to the interim health ministry chief on Thursday.

The violence was triggered by a student-led movement protesting against public sector job quotas, which swiftly morphed into a broader uprising targeting Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. Consequently, Hasina resigned and fled to India on August 5, just moments before her residence was overtaken by hundreds of agitated protesters.

The death toll underscores the severe nature of the unrest, casting a spotlight on the underlying political tensions in the country.

(With inputs from agencies.)