Students in Bangladesh's capital, Dhaka, took to the streets to protest against hikes in gasoline prices, the Dhaka Tribune reported. It is clarified that due to the decision to increase the cost of fuel, the cost of travel in public transport has also increased.

The students demanded that fuel prices be lowered to their previous level within 48 hours, as well as that the decision to raise public transport fares be canceled and student discounts be made.

The cost of 95th gasoline in Bangladesh rose by 51.7% to 135 taka / l ($ 1.42 / l), while diesel fuel and kerosene - by 42.5%, according to Reuters. According to Bangladeshi media, this is the biggest increase in gasoline prices since the country became independent. The last time the country's authorities raised prices for diesel fuel and kerosene in November last year by 23%, which was accompanied by a 30% increase in transport fares.