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Bangladesh Students Lead Peaceful Transition After Prime Minister Ousted

A police officer aims his weapon at protesters in Dhaka, Bangladesh, on Aug. 5, 2024, following violence during demonstrations against Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her government. (AP Photo

Following the swift removal of Bangladesh's longest-serving prime minister, students have taken on new roles in the country's governance and infrastructure. In the aftermath of Sheikh Hasina's resignation and departure, students have stepped up to direct traffic in Dhaka, donning neon vests and university IDs while wielding sticks and umbrellas to manage the flow of vehicles.

Two student leaders who played pivotal roles in the protests against Hasina have now assumed positions in the interim government. As the nation grapples with the aftermath of the upheaval that led to Hasina's ousting, the students are focused on restoring peace, democracy, and envisioning a 'new Bangladesh.'

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