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🌍 Madagascar Political Crisis 2025: Youth Protests, Military Takeover, and the Road Ahead

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🌍 Madagascar Political Crisis 2025: Youth Protests, Military Takeover, and the Road Ahead (In English, Bengali, and Hindi with Disclaimer) --- 🟩 English Version (Approx. 2300 words) Introduction In October 2025, the African island nation of Madagascar once again found itself at a crossroads of political and social transformation. What began as peaceful demonstrations over basic services—such as water, electricity, and employment—turned into a nationwide movement that eventually led to a military coup and the ouster of President Andry Rajoelina This sudden shift in leadership has raised pressing questions about the country’s stability, democratic future, and economic recovery. Let us explore the chain of events, the role of youth protests, and what lies ahead for this vibrant but struggling island nation. --- The Beginning of the Crisis The tension began in late September 2025, when citizens—mainly young people—started protesting against frequent power outages, fuel shorta...

Madagascar – The Island of Lemurs, Baobabs, and Natural Wonders

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Madagascar – The Island of Lemurs, Baobabs, and Natural Wonders đŸŸĸ English Version Madagascar, officially known as the Republic of Madagascar, is the fourth-largest island in the world, located off the southeastern coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. It is separated from mainland Africa by the Mozambique Channel. Known for its breathtaking biodiversity and rich cultural heritage, Madagascar is often called the “Eighth Continent” because of its unique flora and fauna — about 90% of its wildlife is found nowhere else on Earth. --- đŸŒŋ Nature and Biodiversity Madagascar is home to thousands of species that exist only on this island: Lemurs, the iconic primates, are found only here. The island has over 14,000 plant species, including the baobab trees and orchids. Its rainforests, coral reefs, and dry deciduous forests make it one of the world’s most important ecological hotspots. However, deforestation and climate change are major challenges threatening its delicate ecosystem. ...