Dhaka, May 10 -- A large number of people gathered for the second consecutive day at Shahbagh on Saturday afternoon, demanding a ban on Awami League politics.

The demonstration, which began on Friday afternoon at Shahbagh, gained further momentum as people from different walks of life were seen to join the protest.

People began gathering at the Shahbagh intersection and around the National Museum, causing severe traffic disruptions on Shahbagh and nearby roads, including Banglamotor, Aziz Super Market and the Matsya Bhaban intersection.

Protesters were seen chanting anti-Awami League slogans and holding placards.

Manik Hossain, one of the demonstrators, said, "I came here to support this movement. Those responsible for killing so many...