Student demonstrators who ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina have rejected calls from Bangladesh’s two main political parties for quick elections and are considering creating their own party to cement in place reforms, according to interviews with four protest leaders. By early February 2025, the student leaders who led the major rebellion in July and August intend to establish a political party. Their shift from activism to official politics is symbolized by this action. The leaders want to run in the next general election, emphasizing concepts like government accountability, job prospects, and educational changes that struck a chord during the demonstrations. The party’s name, organizational structure, and policy aims are still up for debate. With a sizable base of young supporters, their arrival is anticipated to upend the established political order.
Source: The Business Standard
