The local community in Naikhongchhari, Bandarban, remains in a state of mourning and outrage following the harrowing abduction and subsequent abuse of two young sisters. The victims, both students at a residential girls’ madrassah and orphanage, were reportedly lured away and taken to a hotel in Cox’s Bazar. Police have confirmed the arrest of the primary suspect, 43-year-old Ayat Ullah, a resident of Kachhapia Union.
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The Breach of Sanctuary
The ordeal began on the night of Tuesday, 20 January 2026. The two sisters were dedicated students of the Quran; the elder sister had recently completed the 16th Para of her Hifz studies, while the younger was enrolled in the Nazera department. According to investigative sources, Ayat Ullah allegedly used deceptive tactics to coax the girls out of their madrassah premises at approximately 9:00 PM.
The suspect reportedly trafficked the children through the Rupnagar area before arriving at a hotel in the coastal district of Cox’s Bazar. It was within the confines of this hotel that the sisters were subjected to physical and psychological abuse, the details of which have sent shockwaves through the district.
Incident Summary: Naikhongchhari Abuse Case
| Detail | Description |
| Primary Accused | Ayat Ullah (43), son of Mo. Ferdous |
| Victim Profiles | Two biological sisters (Madrassah students) |
| Abduction Point | Residential Orphanage, Naikhongchhari |
| Crime Scene | Hotel in Cox’s Bazar |
| Arrest Date | Wednesday, 21 January 2026 |
| Current Charge | Abduction and Physical Abuse (Case Filed) |
| Health Status | Receiving medical and psychiatric care |
A Mother’s Plea for Justice
The victims’ mother, visibly distraught, spoke to local media about the devastating impact on her daughters. She described them as being “mentally shattered” and unable to comprehend the violation of their safety. “My daughters were in a place of God, seeking knowledge and refuge,” she stated, demanding that the authorities deliver a sentence that serves as a stern warning to others who target vulnerable children.
Law Enforcement Response
Abdul Baten Mridha, the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Naikhongchhari Police Station, acted with urgency to coordinate the rescue and arrest. “Our teams launched an immediate operation upon receiving the report, leading to the apprehension of the accused,” the OC confirmed.
The police have ensured that the sisters are provided with immediate medical examinations and security. A formal case has been registered, and the suspect is expected to face the magistrate today. Beyond the immediate criminal proceedings, this case has highlighted a critical need for enhanced security protocols within residential religious institutions and orphanages across the Chittagong Hill Tracts.
The authorities are currently examining hotel logs in Cox’s Bazar to determine if there was any negligence on the part of the establishment for allowing the suspect to check in with two minors under suspicious circumstances.