Clash Between Two Villages in Habiganj Leaves 50 Injured, Section 144 Imposed

At least 50 people were injured in a violent clash between residents of Anmanu and Timirpur villages in Nabiganj Upazila, Habiganj, stemming from a prior dispute. The conflict, which occurred on Monday (July 7) afternoon, also led to vandalism and looting of shops in various parts of the town. To bring the situation under control, the local administration imposed Section 144 in the affected areas.

According to eyewitnesses, the clash was triggered by an altercation on Friday between Khasru Mia from Timirpur village and Ashahid Ali Asha from Inatganj Union, which escalated into a physical confrontation. Some residents of Anmanu village sided with Asha, fueling tensions. On Monday afternoon, residents of both villages, armed with local weapons, engaged in a nearly hour-long clash involving stone-throwing and chases. During the violence, at least 10-12 shops, including United Hospital, Hashembag Hotel, and the fish market, were vandalized and looted.

At least 50 injured individuals were admitted to Nabiganj Upazila Health Complex and Habiganj Sadar Modern Hospital. The identities of the injured could not be immediately confirmed. Police, Rapid Action Battalion (RAB), and army personnel were deployed to the scene, bringing the situation under control. Subsequently, the administration imposed Section 144 to prevent further unrest. Nabiganj Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Sheikh Mohammad Kamruzzaman told the media, “Tensions between the two groups had been simmering for three days, which escalated into a clash on Monday. No written complaints have been filed yet, but action will be taken once complaints are received.” Nabiganj Upazila Executive Officer (UNO) Md. Ruhul Amin told Dhaka Post, “Law enforcement agencies responded promptly after the clash. The situation is now under control. Section 144 has been imposed to maintain a peaceful environment, and strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to create chaos.”

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