Lootings and arson continued in several parts of Dhaka and other cities of Bangladesh on Tuesday night, in the absence of police, as anarchy prevails in the neighbouring country. Homes, shops and temples of Hindus have become easy targets for Islamic fundamentalists. An interim government is yet to be formed with Nobel Laureate economist Prof Mohammed Yunus expected to arrive in Dhaka from Dubai on Thursday afternoon. Parliament has been dissolved by the President and former PM Begum Khaleda Zia and 245 leaders of her party have been released from jail. In a major reshuffle, one Major General in the army was sacked and six others were transferred, while new heads were appointed for other paramilitary outfits. Anti-social elements are on a looting and arson spree, targeting Awami League politicians and their homes. OPINION | Hindus in Bangladesh: Ensure their safety
Lootings and arson continued in several parts of Dhaka and other cities of Bangladesh on Tuesday night, in the absence of police, as anarchy prevails in the neighbouring country. Homes, shops and temples of Hindus have become easy targets for Islamic fundamentalists. An interim government is yet to be formed with Nobel Laureate economist Prof Mohammed Yunus expected to arrive in Dhaka from Dubai on Thursday afternoon. Parliament has been dissolved by the President and former PM Begum Khaleda Zia and 245 leaders of her party have been released from jail. In a major reshuffle, one Major General in the army was sacked and six others were transferred, while new heads were appointed for other paramilitary outfits. Anti-social elements are on a looting and arson spree, targeting Awami League politicians and their homes. 
