The country is in turmoil over allegations of land grabbing,
muscle power and extortion against many leaders and activists of the ruling
Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and its affiliated organisations. Several
recent incidents have heightened tensions in the political arena. Concerns over
public safety have also emerged. The overall law and order situation remains
fragile. Leaders of opposition political parties are also holding satirical
programmes. Taken together, the government has...
