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Clashes in Kushtia Leave 20 Injured

Greenwatch Desk Crime 2026-04-18, 11:04pm

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At least 20 people were injured in a series of clashes between two groups over local dominance in Kushtia Sadar upazila on Saturday morning.


Among the injured, several with serious injuries were admitted to Kushtia General Hospital.

Besides, at least 30 houses were vandalised during the clashes, creating panic in the area.

According to police, two rival social groups comprising residents of six villages, including Ujan Gram and Gaznabipur, have long been at odds over dominance.

The clash first broke out in Gaznabipur in the morning and later spread to Ujan Gram, leaving at least 20 people from both sides injured.

On information, police rushed to the spot and brought the situation under control, reports UNB.

Masud Rana, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Islamic University Police Station, said police have been deployed to avoid any untoward situation.

No case has yet been filed by either side. Action will be taken if a complaint is lodged, added the OC.