The protests were triggered by dissatisfaction over government job quotas, including a 30% reservation for the families of those who participated in the fight for independence from Pakistan.
Digital Desk: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Saturday that 778 Indian students have safely returned from Bangladesh via land ports, bringing the total number of returnees to 998. The MEA indicated that the High Commission in Dhaka, along with Assistant High Commissions, remains in regular contact with over 4,000 students currently enrolled in various universities across Bangladesh, offering essential assistance to ensure their well-being.
To facilitate safe travel, security escorts have been arranged for road journeys through specific land ports. Additionally, the High Commission in Dhaka is collaborating with Bangladeshi civil aviation authorities and commercial airlines to maintain uninterrupted flight services.
Dhaka has been under curfew following violent protests spearheaded by students protesting government job quotas. Reports indicate that at least 115 people have lost their lives this week amidst the unrest.
The protests were triggered by dissatisfaction over government job quotas, including a 30% reservation for the families of those who participated in the fight for independence from Pakistan.
Despite the abolition of the quota system in 2018, a recent court decision reinstated it last month, exacerbating discontent among the youth, who already face significant unemployment challenges.
