In this Episode of Central Hall, three experts discuss the unrest in Bangladesh with host Kapil Sibal and explore the roots of the crisis and implications for regional peace.
The experts underline that the turmoil is a result of “uneven growth and inequality” and suggest that young people, particularly students sensed that “opportunities are slipping” due to which they started the protests on the streets.
Further, the experts underline that it was primarily “a people’s movement” and call it a “revolution on the streets” adding that it is wrong to look for “foreign hands or purely political explanations”.
Ambassador Shiv Shankar Menon, a distinguished diplomat and strategist, brings a wealth of experience from his illustrious career in the Indian Foreign Service. He is a Distinguished Fellow at CSEP, Visiting Professor at Ashoka University and Chair of the Ashoka Centre for China Studies.
T.C.A. Raghavan, a renowned historian and scholar, offers a unique perspective on the intricacies of the past and their relevance to contemporary issues. With a deep understanding of historical context and a keen eye for detail, he provides insightful analysis on a range of subjects.
Suhasini Haidar, Diplomatic Editor of The Hindu and veteran journalist, brings a quarter century of experience covering global affairs. She has also worked at the CNN International from 1995-2005. Her expertise spans international relations, geopolitics, and strategic issues, with a special focus on India's foreign policy and national security.
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