Recent unrest in Bangladesh has been triggered by a court order mandating that 30% of government jobs be reserved for the families of war heroes who participated in the country’s independence struggle. This order has led to widespread protests and significant casualties, with international media reporting a high death toll. The BBC has estimated that around 100 people have died as a result of the clashes.
In response to the escalating violence, the Supreme Court of Bangladesh issued a revised order today. According to the new directive, 93% of government jobs will now be allocated based on merit, with only 5% reserved for the families of war heroes. The decision aims to address the concerns of the protesters and bring an end to the deadly unrest.
The Bangladesh government has not yet issued a response to the latest court order. Meanwhile, a curfew remains in place for the second consecutive day, leaving the streets of the capital city, Dhaka, largely deserted.
As the situation continues to develop, the international community is closely monitoring the events in Bangladesh. The hope is that the revised quota system will help restore peace and stability in the country.
