When did curfew begin in Bangladesh?

The claim that a curfew began in Bangladesh is accurate. According to multiple sources, including PBS and BBC, the curfew was imposed on July 19, 2024, following deadly protests over the allocation of civil service jobs. The curfew began at midnight and was initially set to last until 10 a.m. the following Sunday. The protests, primarily led by student groups, were against a quota system that reserves a significant portion of government jobs for relatives of veterans from Bangladesh's 1971 war of independence. The situation escalated, leading to numerous deaths and injuries, prompting the government to enforce the curfew and deploy military forces to maintain order. The curfew was part of broader measures, including internet and mobile service shutdowns, to curb the violence and restore stability.