A Group of Just 8 Awami League Members Protest wearing masks in Faridpur

The Awami League (BAL) had previously called for a nationwide protest and strike on February 18, aiming to oppose the interim government. However, contrary to the widespread expectations, no significant protests were observed across most cities and regions. While the party had mobilized for a larger-scale demonstration, the response was much smaller in several locations. One of the few places where a protest was noted was Faridpur, where a video released by the Awami League’s official page showed a strike taking place. However, the video revealed that only eight members of the party participated in the protest, highlighting the contrast between the intended scale and the actual turnout. Despite this small showing, the Awami League used the video to showcase their continued opposition to the interim government, emphasizing their stance even if the response was minimal in certain areas. The incident reflects the challenges faced by the party in rallying support for such protests.