Violence in Sheikh Hasina’s ancestral home district, Gopalganj: Bangladesh transfers DC, SP after banned Awami League rally

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Gopalganj, the home district of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has witnessed a series of incidents of violence and unrest following demonstrations by supporters of the banned Awami League and its affiliated organisations.

Dhaka [Bangladesh], November 15 (ANI): Gopalganj, the home district of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has witnessed a series of incidents of violence and unrest following demonstrations by supporters of the banned Awami League and its affiliated organisations. The district, which holds significant political importance due to its association with Sheikh Hasina and the Awami League, has recently witnessed rallies, vandalism and clashes. During one such rally, participants were reportedly seen carrying sticks and machetes.

Against the backdrop of deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s announcement that she would return to Bangladesh in December, Awami League activities have reportedly increased in Gopalganj.Bangladesh's Law Minister Md. Asaduzzaman stated, "Sheikh Hasina will return to Bangladesh through a legal process, which is the extradition treaty. However, once the stipulated time to file an appeal with the Appellate Division against the verdict of the International Crimes Tribunal expires, there is no legal scope to 'condone the delay.' According to Article 47(3) of the Constitution, any person accused and convicted of crimes against humanity cannot claim fundamental rights—an amendment that was made…

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