Demonstrators maintained road closures in Khagrachhari on Monday, following the rape of a female student, without fresh violence being reported. Authorities relaxed blockades on major highways temporarily before reinstating barriers later that day. Police worked to apprehend the two remaining suspects after arresting the primary accused with military assistance following the victim's abduction while returning home.
Border Guard Bangladesh deployed 11 platoons to patrol the city and sensitive areas around the clock. Three people died and 13 army personnel sustained injuries during Sunday's clashes that escalated from peaceful protests. Home affairs adviser Lt Gen Jahangir Alam Chowdhury blamed external forces for stoking unrest during the Durga Puja celebrations.
Chattogram Range Police confirmed the district remained calm throughout the afternoon hours as stakeholders met to resolve tensions. The Jumma Chhatra Janata group spread unverified claims on social media regarding casualties and sensitive matters. Transparency International Bangladesh called for a comprehensive investigation into the incident that sparked widespread demonstrations across three hill districts.
Border Guard Bangladesh deployed 11 platoons to patrol the city and sensitive areas around the clock. Three people died and 13 army personnel sustained injuries during Sunday's clashes that escalated from peaceful protests. Home affairs adviser Lt Gen Jahangir Alam Chowdhury blamed external forces for stoking unrest during the Durga Puja celebrations.
Chattogram Range Police confirmed the district remained calm throughout the afternoon hours as stakeholders met to resolve tensions. The Jumma Chhatra Janata group spread unverified claims on social media regarding casualties and sensitive matters. Transparency International Bangladesh called for a comprehensive investigation into the incident that sparked widespread demonstrations across three hill districts.
