Gopalganj descended into chaos on Wednesday afternoon after central leaders of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP) came under sudden attack by banned members of the ruling Awami League’s affiliate groups. The incident occurred around 3:00 PM, prompting the NCP leaders to seek refuge at the district’s Circuit House.

Top NCP figures—including Convenor Nahid Islam, Member Secretary Akhtar Hossain, Sarjis Alam, and Hasnat Abdullah—are currently taking shelter at the Circuit House. The attack, reportedly carried out by members of the Chhatra League and Jubo League, resulted in clashes near the city’s Municipal Park. Even police and army vehicles were reportedly targeted during the violence.

Law enforcement was forced to open fire to bring the situation under control. NCP leaders have accused the local administration of inaction and complicity in allowing the attack to escalate.