Student and citizen groups in Bangladesh have announced a nationwide program to protest the killing of Sharif Osman bin Hadi, described by organizers as a leader in the anti-hegemony movement. The central event, an 'Anti-Hegemony Rally,' is scheduled for Friday afternoon at Shahbagh’s Shaheed Hadi Square in Dhaka, following prayer gatherings across mosques to pray for Hadi’s soul.

Dhaka University Central Students’ Union (DUCSU) Vice President Sadik Kayem shared the announcement on his verified social media account, accusing ruling party activists of involvement in Hadi’s death. He called on students and the public to continue the movement against what he termed Indian dominance and political violence. The rally is expected to draw large crowds, with heightened security measures likely in the capital.

The protest comes amid rising political tension and sporadic violence in several districts. Analysts suggest the event could test the government’s tolerance for dissent and may influence the direction of ongoing student-led movements in the coming weeks.