Bangladeshi shutdown by opposition hits economy
Party activists hold rallies to protest continued detention of leaders.
Published On 23 Apr 2013
Opposition parties in Bangladesh are calling for a nationwide shutdown, or hartal, to demand the release of their leaders.
The political unrest has resulted in violence and numerous strikes across the country.
But the daily protests and clashes have threatened the economy by shutting down businesses and making it risky for people to get to work.
Al Jazeera’s special correspondent reports from Dhaka.
Source: Al Jazeera