Professor C R Abrar, the Education Adviser, announced that the Bangladeshi government has assumed responsibility for the welfare of Dipu Das’ immediate family, including his spouse, child, and elderly parents. Speaking during a visit to the family home, Professor Abrar said, “Prior to my visit, I consulted with the Chief Adviser, who instructed me to meet the family directly. Their requirements and needs will be assessed in consultation with them, and local administration will facilitate ongoing communication.”
On Tuesday at 4:30 PM, Professor Abrar visited the home of Dipu Chandra Das in Mokamiakanda village, Tarakanda Upazila, to check on the family’s wellbeing. During the visit, Dipu Das’ father, Ravi Chandra Das, described the family’s helpless situation and urged the authorities to bring his son’s killers to justice.
The Education Adviser emphasised the importance of communal harmony and the rule of law, stating: “People from various communities have coexisted peacefully in Bangladesh for decades. As a society and state, we respect the right of every individual to express their opinions, provided it is done with due regard for others. No one has the right to take the law into their own hands. Investigation and determination of responsibility remain the exclusive domain of the state. Differences of faith or opinion must never justify violence.”
He added, “Dipu Das’ murder was a heinous crime. There is no justification for such barbarity, and it has no place in our society. The government strongly condemns this act. Twelve suspects have already been arrested, and the investigation continues. Those responsible will face legal proceedings. The law will be enforced fully against such acts of violence.”
Professor Abrar further affirmed that the state is committed to protecting the security and dignity of all citizens, regardless of religion or identity, working alongside law enforcement and the community to prevent any recurrence of violence. He warned against groups attempting to sow division and unrest.
Officials Present During the Visit:
| Name & Designation |
| Reza Md Golam Masum – Additional District Commissioner (Overall) |
| Abdullah Al Mamun – Additional Police Superintendent (Administration) |
| Aminul Islam – Tarakanda Upazila Executive Officer (UNO) |
| S M Najmus Salehin – Assistant Commissioner (Land) |
Incident Details:
| Detail | Information |
| Victim | Dipu Chandra Das |
| Location | Dubaliapara, Hobirbari Union, Valuka, Mymensingh |
| Date of Incident | Thursday night, 19 December 2025 |
| Circumstances | Beaten to death, body hung and set on fire |
| Case Filed By | Apu Chandra Das (brother) |
| Suspects | 140–150 unidentified individuals |
| Arrests Made | 12 suspects already detained |
In addition to state support, the Shri Shri Janmashtami Udyapan Parishad provided financial assistance to the family, presenting a cheque for BDT 50,000 on Tuesday afternoon.
Community Response:
Society Rupantar Cultural Association organised a human chain and protest rally at Shaheed Firoz-Jahangir Square, Ganganir Par Mor, demanding immediate arrest and exemplary punishment for those involved. Speakers included freedom fighter Md. Shahjahan, engineer M A Jinnah, rights activist Anjan Sarkar, Abu Bakr Siddiq, and Nur Ali Chishti.
Biplob De, General Secretary of the Parishad, stated, “False accusations of blasphemy and harassment have historically victimised many innocent people. Failure to prosecute offenders emboldens criminal elements. Dipu Chandra Das’ murder reflects medieval brutality. We urge the administration to arrest the perpetrators immediately and ensure speedy trial justice, while also taking responsibility for the victim’s family.”
The incident has reignited national discussions on communal harmony, legal enforcement, and state accountability, underscoring the urgent need for protection of citizens’ rights and strict application of the law.