Sylhet Agricultural University students block the road at Sylhet Central Shaheed Minar demanding capital punishment on Sunday, March 24, 2019 Dhaka TribuneThe protesters demanded capital punishment for the driver and helper of the bus, and also pressed for the revocation of the bus route permitThe shocking death of Sylhet Agricultural University student has sent shockwaves throughout Sylhet city, evidenced by mass protests on Sunday. In the morning, a massive rally from the SAU crisscrossed through all the major avenues of Sylhet city and blocked the road at Sylhet Central Shaheed Minar. Family demands an eye for an eyeWasim’s bereaved family demanded the highest punishment for the persons responsible for their loss. I want the driver and helper to be punished to make an example out of them. University mournsThe authorities at SAU observed a day of mourning and cancelled all classes and exams on Sunday.

Source: Dhaka Tribune March 24, 2019 15:55 UTC