Following a violent attack on GM Quader’s ancestral home in Rangpur, the military summoned leaders from the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement and BNP for assistance in identifying those responsible.
The incident occurred late on June 1 at Payra Square and involved vandalism, arson, and gunfire.
Two student leaders, Imtiaz Ahmed Imti and Imran Ahmed, were questioned around midnight. Upon learning of the interrogation, NCP leader Sarjis Alam arrived at the scene and spoke with Brigadier General Humayun Kaiyum of the 72 Infantry Brigade.
The military showed video footage of the attack to both student and BNP leaders, asking for help in identifying participants. BNP representatives reportedly identified one individual and promised internal action against those involved in the violence.
Sarjis Alam accused the Jatiya Party of colluding with the ruling Awami League to destabilize Rangpur and using the chaos to reassert political control. He emphasized that such actions should be met with a ban on the party, similar to demands made against the Awami League.
Brigadier General Kaiyum stated that the military would not tolerate acts of vandalism or threats to public safety under the guise of protests.
He reaffirmed the army’s commitment to national interest and law and order, regardless of political affiliation.
He also acknowledged the cooperation received from both the student movement and BNP in identifying suspects from the incident.
Meanwhile, formal complaints were submitted naming GM Quader and 17 others, but police have yet to file a case. Authorities say they are still investigating before taking further action.
