The second day of the 72-hour blockade is under way in Bangladesh鈥檚 two hilly districts Khagrachhari and Rangamatil of Chittagong Hill Tracts region.
All modes of transport, including inter-district and local services, have been suspended, leaving roads eerily empty across both districts.
The blockade was called on Friday by protesting Jumma students and activists based in Dhaka, in response to recent violent incidents in Khagrachhari and Rangamati. The United People鈥檚 Democratic Front has supported the protest.
Among those affected are nearly 800 tourists stranded in Sajek, a popular destination.
鈥楾ourists here are stuck because of the blockade,鈥� confirmed a member of the Sajek Resort Owners鈥� Association.
Security has been intensified across the region, with additional police forces deployed to maintain peace. Authorities are on high alert to prevent any untoward incidents during the protest.
