Jubilation grips the nation as PM Hasina flees
It is a scene that cannot be described in words. On the spot, people call it "Victory"
Tens of thousands of people have gathered at Shahbagh as part of the Long March to Dhaka programme.
The news of Hasina resigning and fleeing the country was met with waves of cheers which reverberated across the nation.
"The tyranny is over," people declared.
The air is gripped with festivity and jubilance.
It is a scene that cannot be described. On the spot, people call it "Victory".
On the way from the capital's Ramura to Banglamotor, this correspondent saw thousands of people on the streets chanting slogans in jubilation of the prime minister's resignation.
The procession stretches as far as the eye can see.
The army chief has opened all roads to Shahbagh, facilitating the movement of citizens by removing any blockades.