PNN – The continuation of the crisis in Bangladesh, about three months after the resignation of the prime minister, indicates the failure of the interim government’s efforts to curb widespread violence and quell unrest in this South Asian country.
According to Pakistan News Network’s report from the First Post news-analytical website, despite the initial promises made by Bangladesh’s caretaker government to strengthen support for minorities, delay elections for better preparation and reform political institutions, his government has faced difficulties.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has also increased its calls for early elections. Led by the absence of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia and her son Tariq Rehman, the party is poised to capitalize on rising public unrest.
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This report states: Despite the political developments and the removal of Sheikh Hasina, the Hindu community in Bangladesh continues to face relentless violence and harassment. Since Hasina’s departure, more than 2,000 attacks on minorities, especially Hindus, have been reported. The interim government led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus has failed to restore order and ensure the security of minority communities.
The interim government’s efforts to curb the influence of extremist groups have been largely ineffective, and the lack of laws to protect minorities exacerbates the unrest. On the other hand, social activists have long demanded the establishment of the Ministry of Minority Affairs and the holding of a court to punish the perpetrators of oppression, but these demands have not yet been fulfilled.
In this context, the prospect of early elections or Zia’s coming to power has not given much hope to the people of Bangladesh. Considering the current political instability and the uncertainty of its outcome, this election is unlikely to help solve the country’s systemic problems. The situation in Bangladesh will not change until there is a stable and committed government.
The Bangladesh Nationalist Party, led by Khaleda Zia, has long been criticized for taking extremist positions due to its historical alliances and political positions. During Khaleda Zia’s previous terms as Prime Minister, numerous reports of violence and discrimination against minorities, especially Hindus, were published, leading to increased fear and insecurity.
The caretaker government of Bangladesh has tried to restore order and protect the minority communities and addressed the root issues in Bangladesh.
This report concludes: Zia has had close relations with extremist groups throughout history. This alliance has significantly influenced the policy decisions and political strategies of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party. Considering these conditions, Khaleda Zia focuses on maintaining political alliances and appeasement with radical groups. Without significant political will and a possible withdrawal of his government from alliances with extremist groups, the situation in Bangladesh is unlikely to change.