1 killed as violence rages in Rangamati

Tensions have escalated in Rangamati, a district neighbouring the troubled Khagrachari region, as violent clashes and counter-clashes have left one person dead and over fifty injured.

The identity of the deceased has yet to be confirmed, according to Dr Sadia Akhtar, duty doctor of Rangamati General Hospital.

To maintain order, District Commissioner Mohammad Mosharraf Hossain Khan announced the imposition of Section 144 in the Rangamati municipal area.

According to local sources, on Friday (20 September) morning, in response to an attack in Dighinala, Khagrachari, local students staged a protest march in Rangamati.

As the procession reached the Bonorupa market, rumours and tension spread throughout the town, creating panic among residents. During this unrest, multiple businesses in Bonorupa market were attacked, and several establishments were set ablaze.

Yesterday, clashes erupted between the local indigenous population and Bengali settlers in Dighinala, destabilizing the area, and leading to incidents of arson in various locations.

At least sixty shops were reported to have been destroyed in the fire at Larma Square.