Bangladesh authorities have initiated a widespread crackdown on a student protest, resulting in tens of thousands of police cases and over 10,000 arrests. The charges include vandalism, arson, and theft, with some detainees facing long-term detention. The government blames opposition parties for the violence, while critics accuse the ruling party of unleashing violent forces. The crackdown aims to prevent further protests and weaken political opponents, following a pattern of suppressing dissent seen in previous years. Many detainees end up spending lengthy periods in jail despite the lack of evidence. The government has relaxed communication restrictions but continues to detain political opponents. Amnesty International has criticized these actions, calling for a focus on investigating security force violations rather than suppressing dissent.