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Civil unrest and violence in Dhaka

Overview

Dhaka has experienced waves of violence, vandalism, and property damage. In late September, a 48-hour period saw widespread looting and the demolition of facilities, including a medical center in Mirpur-1 and a content creator’s studio. These incidents involved armed groups and prompted criticism of police inaction, leading the Home Minister to announce disciplinary measures against officials. Transparency International Bangladesh noted these events as “warning signs for the government” regarding extortion and occupation.

Following these incidents, violence erupted in the Mirpur-10 area during a Dhaka North City Corporation eviction drive aimed at clearing illegally occupied pavements. Clashes between traders and authorities resulted in arson, attacks on city vehicles, and injuries to journalists and law enforcement. While the area reached an uneasy calm after police deployed tear gas, some traders have attempted to return to the cleared locations due to financial necessity.

Entities

Dhaka · Mirpur-10 · Salman Muqtadir · Dhaka North City Corporation · Transparency International Bangladesh

Timeline

  1. [CRIME] 2 sources
    Mirpur-10 experiences violence during Dhaka eviction drive

    Violent clashes broke out in Dhaka's Mirpur-10 area during a DNCC eviction drive, resulting in arson, vehicle damage, and injuries to police and journalists before an uneasy calm returned.

  2. [CRIME] 4 sources
    Dhaka faces surge in vandalism and looting incidents

    Dhaka has experienced multiple waves of vandalism, looting, and property occupation, prompting government officials to acknowledge police failures in maintaining law and order.

Sources

bhaskarlive.in · disabledperson.com · en.prothomalo.com · southasiamonitor.org · tob.news