A violent incident occurred in Muradnagar, Cumilla, on December 21, when local Awami League leader Sajjad Hossain allegedly drove a motorcycle into Kazi Tahmina Akter, president of the upazila unit of the BNP-affiliated Jatiyatabadi Mohila Dal. The attack took place during a leaflet distribution campaign promoting BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman’s 31-point program. Witnesses said Tahmina suffered a broken arm and head injuries before being taken to the Muradnagar Health Complex and later referred to Cumilla for further treatment.

BNP leaders claimed the assault was a politically motivated attempt to silence opposition activities ahead of the national election. Upazila BNP joint convener Kamal Uddin Bhuiyan accused the Awami League of orchestrating targeted attacks on opposition figures. Locals handed over the alleged attacker and his motorcycle to police. Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the incident.

The attack underscores rising political tensions in rural Bangladesh as both parties intensify grassroots campaigns. Police investigations and possible legal actions are expected in the coming days.