Aminul Haque Amin, also known as Batta Amin, president of the Tati Dal in Ukhia upazila of Cox’s Bazar, was arrested by the army on Thursday morning, February 12, 2026. The arrest followed allegations that he pushed a supporter of the scale symbol after publicly distributing money at the Paglir Bil polling center in Haldia Palong Union.

Ukhia Police Station Officer-in-Charge Nur Ahmed confirmed the incident, stating that the army detained Amin but had not handed him over to the police or provided further information. Earlier, a video circulated on social media showing Amin allegedly distributing money in support of the paddy sheaf symbol.

The report also mentioned that three supporters of the scale symbol were assaulted following an argument, though no additional details were provided about their condition or subsequent actions by authorities.