Students in Dhaka have taken over the streets, directing traffic and maintaining order as police stage a strike in the aftermath of the popular uprising that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The streets of the Bangladeshi capital are now being managed by students and some paramilitary forces, with the police nowhere to be seen.
The unrest in Dhaka, which has resulted in hundreds of deaths, was sparked by protests over civil service job quotas and escalated into a movement demanding freedom of expression and an end to corruption. With an interim government promised but not yet in place, the country is in a state of transition.
The students, led by individuals like Julkernayeem Rahat, a business administration student at the University of Asia Pacific, are hopeful for a better future under the leadership of Nobel Laureate Muhammed Yunus, who has been appointed as the interim leader. They believe that with the support of students, lawyers, and the general population, Bangladesh can move towards a more democratic and equal society.
As the country navigates this period of uncertainty, the students are stepping up to ensure that daily life continues to run smoothly. With their efforts in managing traffic and maintaining order, they are proving to be capable leaders in the absence of the police force. The challenges ahead are significant, but the determination and optimism of the students offer hope for a brighter future for Bangladesh.
