Thousands of protesters demonstrate at Shahbagh for one-point demand
Thousands of protesters have gathered at the Shahbagh intersection in the capital this morning and blocked it to press home their one-point demand -- resignation of the government.
They were seen chanting slogans like "Lorai, Lorai, Lorai Chai, Lorai Kore Bachte Chai," "Dofa Ek Dabi Ek, Sheikh Hasinar Padatyag".
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Many of the protesters, along with people from various professions, were seen coming in small processions from different parts of the city. They were carrying bamboo sticks and chanting slogans.
Movement of vehicles in Shahbag intersection and connecting roads has already came to a halt.
Meanwhile, around 11:00am, a pro-government group tried to take position at the Science Lab intersection with a procession from the Bata Signal area. However, police fired blank shots.
The protesters then chased the pro-government group away from the spot.
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