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Protesters wanted ‘real change’ but instability looms as political groups jostle for power and promised reforms falter.

The manipulation of historical memory is often inseparable from the pursuit of political power. In Bangladesh, successive governments have used state machinery to revise official narratives about the 1971 Liberation War and post-independence politics. However, the current interim administration led by Muhammad Yunus appears to be undertaking the most far-reaching transformation yet. 

Bangladesh’s Election Commission has cancelled the registration of the former ruling party of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, preventing it from participating in the next national election, which is expected to be held by June next year

The move comes after a call for a commission to investigate the killing of protesters and establish national unity.

Organisers say previous name symbolised oppressive Hasina government, while critics say the move is against Bengali ethos.

The attack followed a controversial speech by removed former PM Sheikh Hasina, Rahman’s daughter, from exile in India.

Five months after Sheikh Hasina’s removal, the party is divided. Some leaders won’t apologise; others want a reckoning.

Exclusive: Complaints said report was 'inaccurate’ and biased in favour of ousted Sheikh Hasina’s government

After allegations of corruption, the former government minister’s family legacy now lies in tatters in both countries, says author Salil Tripathi