Bangladesh observing mourning day for violence victims

The nation is observing a Day of Mourning on Tuesday in memory of the victims of widespread violence centring the movement for quota reform in government jobs.

On this day, black badges will be worn and doa mahfils will be organised in all mosques. Besides, special prayers will be offered in all temples, churches and pagodas across the country.

The decision of observing a Day of Mourning was taken at a cabinet meeting held at Prime Minister’s Office with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the chair on Monday.

Cabinet Secretary Md Mahbub Hossain later briefed reporters at the Bangladesh Secretariat about the outcomes of the meeting.

He said a condolence motion was adopted in the meeting expressing profound grief at the demise of those killed during the quota reform movement.

When asked about the number of people killed, Cabinet Secretary said Home Minister on Sunday informed about the death of 147 people in this incident and afterwards, the reports of three more deaths were found.