650 dead in quota reform movement: UN
650 people were killed in the quota reform movement in Bangladesh. This information was revealed in the preliminary report of the United Nations Human Rights Commission on Friday (August 16).
According to the 10-page report, 400 people died from July 16 to August 4. From August 5 to 6, 250 people died. Bangladeshi media and the movement of agitators have been used as sources in the UN report.
It also said that the dead included protesters, pedestrians, journalists, and several members of the security forces.
The 10-page report contains allegations of serious and credible human rights violations against Bangladeshi security forces.
It is also said that the previous government tried to suppress the agitators by using force. The United Nations says the Awami League government used firearms, including rubber bullets, sound grenades, and lethal ammunition, indiscriminately against peaceful protests.
In such a situation, Falkar Turk, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, has given several suggestions to bring back the overall peaceful environment of Bangladesh. Where a total of 21 suggestions have been given. There are punitive and criminal actions against law enforcement agencies.
Facilitating open dialogue for redressal of social, economic, and political grievances. One of the goals of which will be to work for the benefit of all the people of Bangladesh.
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