Nasiruddin Patwari, the chief coordinator of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP), was targeted in a violent assault in Jhenaidah today, Friday. The incident occurred shortly after 2:00 pm in front of the Jhenaidah Municipal Collectorate Jame Mosque, situated directly opposite the Deputy Commissioner’s official residence.
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Details of the Incident
According to reports, the NCP leadership had a pre-scheduled programme in the district. Following the conclusion of the Jummah prayers, as Nasiruddin Patwari and his associates were exiting the mosque, a group of individuals allegedly launched an unprovoked attack. In a social media statement posted at 3:10 pm, Patwari detailed that the assailants utilized eggs and bricks initially, before escalating to physical violence with hockey sticks.
The NCP chief coordinator further alleged that the attack took place in the presence of police personnel. He identified the attackers as activists belonging to the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal and Juba Dal, the student and youth wings of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).
Injuries and Property Loss
The assault resulted in significant physical injuries to several members of the NCP delegation. According to the victim’s statement:
Three individuals sustained serious head injuries.
Numerous other activists were wounded during the scuffle.
Nasiruddin Patwari and NCP joint member Tarek Reza were subjected to physical battery, including punches and blows.
In addition to physical harm, Patwari reported the theft of personal belongings. The attackers allegedly forcibly took mobile phones, professional cameras, and wallets from the delegation members.
Summary of the Incident
| Category | Details |
| Primary Target | Nasiruddin Patwari (Chief Coordinator, NCP) |
| Location | Municipal Collectorate Jame Mosque, Jhenaidah |
| Date and Time | Friday, post-Jummah prayers (after 2:00 pm) |
| Alleged Assailants | Activists of Chhatra Dal and Juba Dal |
| Nature of Injuries | Head trauma (3 persons), multiple physical injuries |
| Assets Lost | Mobile phones, cameras, and wallets |
| Current Status | Legal proceedings underway at Jhenaidah Police Station |
Legal Action and Current Atmosphere
Following the assault, the NCP members sought refuge at the Jhenaidah Police Station. Hamid Parvez, the joint coordinator for the Jhenaidah district unit of the NCP, confirmed that the group is currently stationed at the police premises and is in the process of filing a formal case.
In his digital update, Patwari expressed concern over continued hostility, claiming that members of the Chhatra Dal, Juba Dal, and BNP were congregating near the police station to orchestrate further attacks. As of the time of reporting, local leaders from the accused organisations have not issued a statement regarding the allegations. Authorities are expected to investigate the claims of police presence during the initial confrontation.