[1] The revolution, which was initially sparked by widespread public protests and calls for reform, led to major changes in Bangladesh's political landscape.

The entire period marked a pivotal moment in the nation's history, as it reshaped the country's governance, legal framework, and social fabric.

[3] On August 5, 2024, following the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh experienced widespread violence targeting political establishments, minority communities, and significant cultural sites.

In Dhaka, the Awami League’s headquarters on Bangabandhu Avenue and the Jatiya Party central office in Bijoy Nagar were attacked and set ablaze by unidentified assailants.

[5][6] The attacks drew condemnation from Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, who urged the interim government to "take decisive action" to protect minority communities.

[8] On the evening of 5 February 2025, a large group of protesters gathered at Dhanmondi 32, responding to calls on social media for a "Bulldozer March" aimed at demolishing the site, which they referred to as a "shrine of fascism".

The protest escalated quickly, with participants breaking through the entrance and vandalizing the interior, including the destruction of a mural of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

In her address, she urged her supporters to oppose the interim government, labeling it as "unconstitutional", aswell as saying, "[They] may destroy a building, but they won't be able to erase the history" referring to the previous vandalism of the site.

Following the speech, Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the Anti-discrimination Students Movement on a facebook status update stated, Tonight Bangladesh will be freed from the pilgrimage site of fascism.Several civil society members and political organisations condemned the vandalism, while the press wing of the chief adviser referred it as "unexpected and undesirable" and stating it as a "manifestation of anger triggered by Sheikh Hasina's provocative remarks against the July uprising".

Later, seven individuals were detained on suspicion of being involved in the attack and three policemen posted at the Assistant High Commission area were suspended for alleged negligence in duty.

[20] Following the resignation of Sheikh Hasina, Chief of Army Staff General Waker-uz-Zaman and President Mohammed Shahabuddin announced the formation of an interim government to stabilize the political situation.

[23] The Anti-discrimination Students Movement, lead organization of the uprising, proposed economist and Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, then residing in Paris, to head the interim government.

Under Article 56(1) of the Constitution of Bangladesh, the prime minister is required to be a member of parliament, but Yunus did not hold a parliamentary seat, creating significant legal uncertainty about his legitimacy.

[30] On August 10, 2024, a plenary meeting of the Appellate Division judges was scheduled,[31][32] a move considered irregular and unconstitutional by many observers, including LDP Secretary-general Redwan Ahmed.

[39] In total, around twelve judges resigned or were removed as part of the efforts to restore confidence in the judiciary and cleanse it of perceived biases.

[40] On 6 August, the Bangladesh Police Service Association initiated a general strike, demanding enhanced security measures for its members.

[44] On 11 August, retired Brigadier General M Sakhawat Hossain, serving as the adviser for home affairs in the interim government, appealed to police officers to resume their duties at their respective stations and provided assurances that their demands will be fulfilled.

[52][53] On 9 August, thousands of Awami League supporters staged a two-hour blockade on a section of the Dhaka–Khulna highway in Gopalganj, demanding Sheikh Hasina's return.

[58] Protesters were also accused of harassing journalists filming the event following complaints by correspondents from Reuters, The New York Times, and other media outlets.

[60] Bangladesh Nationalist Party also called for a nationwide sit-in on 15 and 16 August, demanding that Sheikh Hasina be put on trial for genocide in connection with the killings of protesters.

[63][64] Jahangir Alam Chowdhury, Home Affairs Advisor of the interim government, met with the protesters, announcing a preliminary decision to abolish the rest system.

[72] In October 2024, during a conversation with Manab Zamin's Chief Editor, Matiur Rahman Chowdhury, the President Mohammed Shahabuddin, quoted that,[73] "I tried [to collect the resignation letter] many times but failed.

I told him that I too am looking for it,"[74]Citing concerns over the resignation of Sheikh Hasina as Prime Minister, and the legality of the interim government as per the existing constitution.

Interim government's Adviser for Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Asif Nazrul stated that, "The president's statement that he did not receive Sheikh Hasina's resignation letter is a lie, and it is a violation of his oath.

He added, while she was initially expected to deliver a formal resignation letter at Bangabhaban, the approach of protesters near Ganabhaban reportedly necessitated her departure from the location.

[96][97] On 16 August, another murder charge was filed against Sheikh Hasina, former education minister Mohibul Hasan Chowdhury and several others over the death of a college student during the protests in Chittagong on 18 July.