Residents of Dhalchar in Hatiya upazila, Noakhali, organized a human chain protest on Saturday morning at Sukhchar Union to demand action against local land grabbers and armed groups. The event drew participation from over a thousand men and women, including local figures such as Ismail Hossain, Miraj Uddin, Altaf Sardar, and others.

Speakers at the protest accused individuals named Sohel, Jahir, Parvez, and Yusuf of leading a gang responsible for extortion, illegal land occupation, and destruction of forest resources. They urged authorities to arrest the accused and ensure exemplary punishment. According to participants, the group’s activities have created widespread fear and disrupted daily life in the area.

Residents expressed their desire to live freely and safely, emphasizing their right to a peaceful environment free from extortion and land grabbing. They called for immediate government intervention to restore security and protect their livelihoods.