One killed in Chhatra League factional clash at Chittagong University

A Bangladesh Chhatra League (BCL) factional clash at Chittagong University (CU) on the Martyred Intellectuals Day has left one dead.

Chittagong University Correspondentbdnews24.com
Published : 14 Dec 2014, 07:22 AM
Updated : 14 Dec 2014, 04:18 PM

Sunday's clash took place within a month of the BCL factions saying they will peacefully co-exist.

BCL's frequent internal strife has led to much tension at the Chittagong University for the last three years.

The dead has been identified as Tapash Sarkar, a second-year Sanskrit student.

Witnesses said members of the ruling Awami League affiliate factions 'CFC' and 'VX' clashed after paying respects to martyred intellectuals in the morning.

Sarkar was shot in front of Shah Amanat Hall and died at the Chittagong Medical College and Hospital (CMCH).
The CFC claims him to be their supporter.
Police have arrested 25 BCL activists from the Shahjalal Hall following the clash.
Witnesses said the two sides locked horns after several 'VX' members made derogatory remarks at a CFC supporter.
Proctor Siraj Ud Dowla said the two factions exchanged fire.
Sarkar was hit by a bullet on his back while five others were also injured.
Additional police have been deployed on the campus.
Similar factional clashes last month at the CU over occupation of a residential hall had irked Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Later, the factions had agreed on 'peaceful co-existence'.

Probe committee

Meanwhile, CU authorities have formed an investigation committee to look into the incident.

The committee, headed by CU student councillor Prof Khan Touhid Osman, was form after an emergency syndicate meeting at night.

They decided to take stern measures against those involved in the incident.

The committee has been asked to submit its findings within two weeks.