March for Unity: Bangladesh's Defining Moment

Thousands rallied in Dhaka marking the student-led uprising that unseated PM Sheikh Hasina. The protests, led by Students Against Discrimination, remembered over 1,000 killed. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus leads the interim government, focusing on unity and reform. Elections are anticipated by 2025.

In a powerful display of unity, thousands of Bangladeshis marched in Dhaka on Tuesday, commemorating the student-led uprising that led to the ouster of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. This 'March for Unity' paid tribute to those who lost their lives—over 1,000 people—during this critical period in Bangladesh's history.

The Students Against Discrimination (SAD) group, which spearheaded the protests, refrained from pushing for constitutional revisions during the rally. This decision followed the interim government's announcement of preparing a proclamation. The group emphasizes the necessity of a 'Proclamation of the July Revolution' to honor the fallen protesters and align with the people's aspirations.

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus, heading the interim administration, stated plans to garner national consensus on a 'Declaration of the July Uprising.' This aims to unify the nation while achieving the broader goals sought during the uprisings. The interim government, incorporating student representatives, has promised elections by 2025.

(With inputs from agencies.)