Bangladesh is experiencing a 'near-total' internet shutdown amid student protest
Bangladesh faces internet shutdown amid student protests over job quota system. 32 deaths reported. Authorities use blackout to control unrest, following global trend of internet restrictions for state control.
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Bangladesh is currently facing a significant internet shutdown as the government aims to suppress widespread student protests related to the country's quota system for government jobs. The protests have led to at least 32 deaths, with demonstrators storming state broadcaster BTV in Dhaka. To control the situation, authorities have implemented a national internet and phone access shutdown, a common practice in South Asia to prevent the spread of misinformation and maintain state control. Internet blackouts are increasingly used globally to manage conflicts, with Access Now reporting a rise in shutdowns worldwide for various reasons. Bangladesh has a history of internet blackouts to silence political opposition, leading to a downgrade in its civic space rating. Despite previous promises to maintain internet access during elections, the country has a track record of blocking news websites during such periods. The recent shutdown in Bangladesh highlights the ongoing trend of governments using internet restrictions to manage unrest and control information flow.
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Bangladesh is experiencing a near-total internet shutdown amid student protests
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