Demonstrators from Bangladesh’s Awami League and its affiliated organisations gathered outside Blair House in Washington DC, raising slogans against Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus. The protesters, chanting “Step down, step down! Killer Yunus, killer Yunus,” accused Yunus of illegally seizing power and called for the restoration of democracy in Bangladesh. The protest took place at a significant location, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently staying at Blair House during his visit to the United States.

The Awami League supporters alleged that Yunus, who was appointed as Chief Adviser following the recent political turmoil in Bangladesh, is not a legitimate leader and has taken control of the country with the support of terrorist groups. “Dr. Yunus himself is an illegal citizen and has seized power in Bangladesh with the support of terrorists,” said one protester.

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Protesters In Washington Urge Global Attention On Bangladesh’s Political Chaos

Speaking to news agency ANI, another protester highlighted concerns about attacks on minority communities in Bangladesh. “Since August 5, Yunus has been ruling Bangladesh with the help of terrorists. There are daily attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, especially targeting Hindus. Terrorist groups do not respect the secular constitution. We demand fair justice because Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump are here. We want to draw their attention so that the people of Bangladesh can receive their constitutional rights,” he said.

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