DHAKA – Tens of 1000’s supporters of Bangladesh’s opposition get together took to streets within the capital metropolis of Dhaka in opposition to the federal government over election rigging, rising petroleum costs and loadshedding within the nation.
The protesters chanted slogans in opposition to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and demand recent elections within the nation.
The Saturday’s rally within the capital metropolis comes days after safety forces raided the headquarters of the opposition Bangladesh Nationalist Celebration (BNP) when one individual died and several other injured throughout clashes. Over 2,000 activists and supporters of the opposition get together have been arrested since Nov 30 to curb protests.
Anti-government protests have erupted throughout the nation in latest months because of large energy cuts and hike in gas costs.
The prime minister has rejected calls to resign and maintain recent elections.
