The aftershocks of Bangladesh’s 2024 revolution continue to rattle its justice system. With cases skyrocketing to 22,000 since the August power shift, allegations swirl of innocents railroaded to settle political hashes—drawing ire from foes, reporters, and activists alike.
Data from Dhaka Tribune, sourced from police HQs, logs the deluge from August 5 to election day: 7,500 political riots, 1,500 murder bids, 1,200 via Special Powers and Digital acts. Explosives and vandalism snared 2,000+, routine crimes 10,000.
Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed flags ‘selfish elements’ for implicating everyday people, ordering case audits. HRSS tallies 349 against partisans from July demos to January’s end—29,772 named, 65,000 shadowy figures. Journalists: 222 charged in 49, 834 assaulted.
Yunus-era interim govt grappled with anarchy, marked by minority targeting and press suppression. Cyber law added 41. Probes advance: 30-40% charged, 20% active, many cleared on reports.
This era exposes fault lines in Bangladesh’s transition. Human rights erosion post-protests demands urgent correction. Transparent vetting and reforms are key to salvaging trust, ensuring law serves people, not vendettas, in the new dawn.