A violent clash erupted in Hatiya upazila of Noakhali on Saturday night when members of a banned Awami League faction allegedly attacked a local BNP office, injuring at least five opposition activists. The assault took place around 7:30 p.m. at the Bhairab Bazar area of Char King Union, reportedly led by local union council member and Awami League leader Abu Taher. Attackers vandalized the BNP office and beat several BNP and affiliate organization members.

According to BNP activists, the attack was linked to a previous dispute over local dominance and a recent case filed against Abu Taher’s associates. Police confirmed that a confrontation occurred between two groups but downplayed the political aspect, describing it as a continuation of an existing local feud. Law enforcement officials said they had deployed forces to the area and made one related arrest later that night.

The incident underscores ongoing political tension in Bangladesh’s coastal regions, where rival party factions frequently clash over territorial and organizational control. Authorities are investigating the matter amid calls for stronger political oversight in the area.

Large numbers of people continued to gather late into Saturday night at the grave of martyr Sharif Osman Hadi, located beside the Dhaka University Central Mosque and adjacent to the mausoleum of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. Visitors were seen praying and waiting to view the grave, even after security barriers around the area were lifted earlier in the evening.

Police officials confirmed that night-time security would remain in place for safety reasons, restricting public entry inside the cemetery. Only prayers from outside the main gates were being allowed. Earlier in the day, Hadi was buried near the mosque following a funeral prayer at the South Plaza of the National Parliament, attended by thousands, including political leaders, university officials, and family members.

Authorities are expected to continue monitoring the site amid ongoing public interest. The heavy turnout reflects widespread mourning and public solidarity following Hadi’s death, while law enforcement remains alert to ensure order around the high-profile burial site.

A funeral-in-absentia (gayebana janaza) for Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inquilab Mancha and a key figure in the July Revolution movement, was held in Noakhali on Saturday afternoon. The prayer took place beside the district model mosque near the Deputy Commissioner’s office and drew participants from various political and social groups, including BNP, Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Andolon, NCP, and Gana Adhikar Parishad.

Speakers at the event described Hadi as a selfless and courageous young man committed to non-communal ideals. They demanded a transparent investigation into his death and the immediate arrest of those responsible. Local leaders such as former Noakhali mayor Harunur Rashid Azad and student leaders from Shibir and JCD were present.

Following the prayer, members of the July All-Party Alliance declared the Bangabandhu Square in front of the DC office as “Osman Hadi Square,” symbolizing their respect and commitment to his ideals.

A memorial prayer and discussion meeting was held in Nawabganj, Dinajpur, on Saturday evening to honor the memory of martyr Sharif Osman Hadi. The event took place at the local office of Jamaat-e-Islami and was attended by party leaders, local dignitaries, and community members. Professor Rezaul Islam attended as the chief guest, while Akram Hossain, a member of the Thana Working Committee, presided over the session.

Speakers at the gathering reflected on Osman Hadi’s contributions to the Islamic movement and his dedication to social and religious causes. The program concluded with a prayer session led by Maulana Rahmatullah Azadi, seeking blessings for the nation and forgiveness for the departed soul. Attendees later participated in the distribution of food offerings (tobarak).

The event underscored Jamaat-e-Islami’s continued efforts to commemorate its historical figures and reinforce its ideological roots within local communities in northern Bangladesh.

Hundreds of thousands of mourners gathered on Saturday at Dhaka’s Manik Mia Avenue for the funeral of revolutionary leader Sharif Osman Hadi, whose death has sparked widespread emotion across Bangladesh. The massive crowd, stretching around the National Parliament complex, was described by witnesses as one of the largest public gatherings in the country’s recent history. Many attendees traveled from distant districts to pay their final respects to the slain activist, known for his fiery speeches and commitment to justice.

Participants described Hadi as a symbol of honesty and courage, with many calling him the voice of the working class. The funeral was marked by chants, tears, and expressions of frustration over the lack of arrests in connection with his killing. Security forces struggled to manage the overwhelming turnout, as some mourners scaled barriers to enter the area. Observers compared the scale of the event to the funeral of former President Ziaur Rahman, underscoring Hadi’s enduring influence.

The unprecedented turnout reflects deep public sentiment and may signal growing political mobilization around Hadi’s ideals of justice and equality.

Police in Faridpur’s Saltha upazila have arrested Shawon Kazi, a local leader of the banned Chhatra League, in connection with the 2018 case involving the vandalism of BNP central organizing secretary Shama Obaid Islam’s car. Kazi, aged 30, was detained from Phulbaria area on Saturday afternoon following a tip-off. He had been wanted under the Speedy Trial Act and was sent to the Faridpur court after his arrest.

According to police inspector Maruf Hasan Russell, Kazi had been absconding for a long time in case CR 112/24. The case stems from a violent attack on a BNP rally held in December 2018 at Saltha College field, organized in support of Obaid ahead of the national election. Following the fall of the Awami League government in August, a fresh case was filed naming 82 Awami League leaders and 200–300 unidentified individuals.

The arrest marks a renewed push in politically sensitive cases reopened after the change in government, potentially signaling further legal actions against those accused of past election-related violence.

Former BNP lawmaker and freedom fighter Major (Retd.) Akhtaruzzaman Ranjan publicly announced his allegiance to Jamaat-e-Islami during a gathering in Kishoreganj’s Katiadi upazila on Saturday evening. Speaking at a ‘clarification meeting’ at Gachihata College field, Ranjan said Jamaat had given him shelter at a difficult time in his life and that he would remain forever grateful. He stated that he would no longer contest elections but hoped Jamaat would assign him a meaningful role if it came to power.

Ranjan, who previously represented Kishoreganj-2 constituency as a BNP MP, criticized his former party for neglecting him over the past three years. He claimed BNP members had distanced themselves, even excluding him from social events. Addressing the audience, he outlined three appeals to Jamaat: building a corruption-free Bangladesh, ensuring peace through truth, and establishing social justice and human dignity. He also demanded justice for the killing of Inqilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi.

Local Jamaat leaders, including candidate Maulana Shafiqul Islam Morol, attended the event, which drew thousands of supporters and ended with special prayers for Hadi’s soul.

Bangladesh’s Education Adviser, Professor Dr. C. R. Abrar, has strongly condemned recent attacks on cultural and media institutions that occurred while the nation mourns the death of martyr Sharif Osman Hadi. In a statement issued Saturday, Abrar said extremist groups exploited the grief to incite chaos and anarchy across several locations in the country.

He detailed that the long-standing cultural organization Chhayanaut’s building was attacked and set on fire, destroying musical and educational materials, and that its affiliated school, Nalanda, was also damaged. Abrar further denounced assaults on the offices of cultural group Udichi, as well as on the newspapers Prothom Alo and The Daily Star, and the reported mistreatment of veteran journalist Nurul Kabir.

Calling these actions an attempt to tarnish the spirit of the July Movement, Abrar warned that such violence could advance the agenda of anti-Bangladesh fascist forces. Authorities have yet to confirm who is behind the attacks, but concerns are rising over escalating political and ideological tensions.

BNP Assistant International Affairs Secretary Barrister Rumin Farhana has voiced deep concern over possible violence and irregularities surrounding Bangladesh’s upcoming national election. Speaking at a prayer and discussion event in Brahmanbaria’s Sarail upazila on Saturday, she criticized what she described as conspiracies both inside and outside the country to derail the electoral process. Referring to the funeral of slain BNP leader Osman Hadi, she said she did not know whose name might come next, implying fears of continued political persecution.

Farhana also stated she would not purchase her nomination, asserting that it should come from the will of her local voters. She accused the ruling Awami League of past electoral interference, recalling her father’s independent candidacy in 1973. Criticizing the Home Affairs Adviser’s comment about arming candidates, she said such remarks legitimized mob violence and posed a grave threat to national security.

Her remarks reflect the BNP’s growing apprehension over election-time security, with concerns about uncollected illegal weapons and the potential for unrest during campaigning and vote counting.

A funeral in absentia for Shahid Sharif Osman Hadi, convener of the Inquilab Mancha, was held in Cox’s Bazar on Saturday afternoon. The event took place at the Central Shaheed Minar, organized by the Anti-Fascist All-Party Unity Platform. Local political and civic leaders gathered to pay their respects and offer prayers for the deceased activist.

Speakers at the brief pre-funeral discussion included former Cox’s Bazar mayor Sarwar Kamal, Cox’s Bazar Press Club president Mahbubur Rahman, and representatives from the National Citizens Party, Jamaat-e-Islami, and Islami Chhatra Shibir. They recalled Hadi’s contributions to political activism and unity movements in Bangladesh, emphasizing his role in mobilizing youth and promoting democratic ideals.

The gathering reflected ongoing political solidarity across party lines in remembrance of Hadi. Similar events have been reported in other districts, suggesting a broader network of tributes to the late activist.

The Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has expressed gratitude to all agencies and citizens for ensuring the peaceful and orderly completion of the funeral and burial of Inqilab Manch spokesperson Shaheed Sharif Osman Hadi. The event, held on Saturday, drew one of the largest crowds in recent memory, reflecting widespread public respect and emotion toward the late leader.

According to a DMP press release issued by Media and Public Relations Deputy Commissioner Muhammad Talebur Rahman, the police deployed a large number of personnel and used around one thousand body-worn cameras to maintain discipline and security. The DMP extended special thanks to the Special Security Force, Bangladesh Army, Border Guard Bangladesh, Rapid Action Battalion, Ansar, and Dhaka University authorities for their cooperation.

The police also acknowledged the assistance of political parties, media representatives, and the general public. Officials noted that the smooth management of this large-scale religious event demonstrated effective coordination among law enforcement and civic bodies, setting an example for future public gatherings in the capital.

The Bangladesh Nationalist Freedom Fighters’ Generation, an affiliate of the BNP, has announced a new 151-member central convening committee. The committee lists BNP’s acting chairman Tarique Rahman as its first member and the late Arafat Rahman Koko as the second. The announcement, signed by Ishtiak Aziz Ulfat, president of the BNP-affiliated Nationalist Freedom Fighters’ Council, was made with Tarique Rahman’s approval. All previously declared district and metropolitan committees have been dissolved.

The statement instructs all members to coordinate with local freedom fighter leaders to actively participate in upcoming national election activities. Convenor Engineer Ishraque Hossain emphasized that the group aims to counter attempts to distort the history of Bangladesh’s Liberation War and to promote the authentic narrative among younger generations. Member secretary Advocate K.M. Kamruzzaman Nannu said the new committee will strengthen organizational unity and expand BNP’s ideological outreach.

Political analysts view the restructuring as part of BNP’s broader strategy to mobilize pro-liberation sentiment and consolidate grassroots networks ahead of the next parliamentary elections.

A large protest march and absentee funeral prayer were held in Kushtia on Saturday to condemn the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inqilab Manch. The demonstration began at Saddam Bazar intersection with a symbolic coffin and moved through key city roads before concluding with a gathering and funeral prayer at the Panch Rastar Mor.

Local leaders from Jamaat-e-Islami, Islami Chhatra Shibir, Gano Adhikar Parishad, and the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement addressed the rally, denouncing the murder and calling for justice. The prayer was led by Hafiz Mufti Maulana Amir Hamza, Jamaat’s nominated candidate for Kushtia-3 constituency. Thousands of residents, activists, and supporters joined under the banner of the “Anti-Fascist and Anti-Dominance People’s Platform.”

The protest reflects growing local outrage over political violence and calls for accountability. Organizers indicated that further programs may follow if authorities fail to ensure a transparent investigation into Hadi’s killing.

The Bangladesh Election Commission (EC) has rescheduled its crucial law and order coordination meeting with security agencies, originally planned for Sunday morning, to 2:30 p.m. at the EC Secretariat in Agargaon. The session will be chaired by Chief Election Commissioner A.M.M. Nasir Uddin and attended by four election commissioners and the EC secretary. Chiefs of the army, navy, and air force are also expected to participate.

According to an official circular signed by Deputy Secretary Mohammad Monir Hossain, the agenda includes reviewing pre-election security conditions, recovering illegal arms, preventing militant activities, and ensuring compliance with the 2025 electoral code of conduct. EC’s Public Relations Officer Ruhul Amin Mallik confirmed that top law enforcement officials will attend the meeting.

In a first, the chiefs of the three armed forces, along with the Inspector General of Police and senior security officials, will brief the media after the main meeting. The discussions are expected to shape joint force deployment strategies and reinforce public confidence in the upcoming election’s security arrangements.

A funeral in absentia and prayer gathering were held in Lakshmipur on Saturday for Shaheed Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of the Inquilab Manch. The event took place after Asr prayers in front of Lillah Jame Mosque, attended by local political and student leaders. Religious scholar Maulana Md. Alamgir Kabir led the prayers for the deceased.

Before the funeral, a brief rally was organized where speakers paid tribute to Osman Hadi, describing him as a martyr for justice and equality. Representatives from various student and political organizations, including the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, Islami Chhatra Andolon, and Student Rights Council, participated in the gathering. They vowed to continue his struggle for a just and fair Bangladesh.

The event reflected ongoing political sentiments in the region, with participants voicing opposition to perceived foreign dominance and pledging unity for national justice. Local observers noted that such gatherings highlight the growing activism among youth-led movements in Bangladesh’s districts.