After toppling Hasina, young Bangladeshis turn back to old guard
Summary
Young Bangladeshis led protests that toppled former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, but ahead of the 2024 elections, many feel disillusioned with the lack of major reforms and viable new alternatives, turning back to established political parties.
Key Points
- Young Bangladeshis played a key role in protests that ousted former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in 2024.
- Despite hopes for radical change, no major reforms or new viable political alternatives have emerged ahead of the February 12 elections.
- The election battle is largely between the established Bangladesh Nationalist Party and Islamist Jamaat-e-Islami, disappointing many young voters.
- Voter turnout among Gen-Z is expected to be high, but many feel forced to choose between old political factions and alliances they distrust.
