Newly elected Member of Parliament for Chandpur-3, Sheikh Farid Ahmed Manik, handed over five activists from his own party to the police on February 13. The individuals, led by municipal Chhatra Dal general secretary Fayez Dhali, were accused of creating disorder following the election. They were taken into custody at Chandpur Model Police Station.

According to the report, unrest broke out in Ward 13 of Chandpur municipality during and after the election on February 12 and 13, when two groups clashed using local weapons. Authorities identified those involved on Friday night to restore order. The detainees are Nahidul Islam Jony, Mobarak Hossain Bepari, Jony Gazi, Monir, and Fahim, all from the Wireless Bazar area of the city.

Chandpur Model Police Station’s officer-in-charge, Md. Fayez Ahmed, stated that the five detainees remain in custody and that legal action will follow verification. Police operations are continuing to apprehend others linked to the incident.