Post-election tensions erupt in Natore as 10 injured in clash between BNP, independent supporters

Violence breaks out between supporters of independent candidate Taiful Islam Tipu and BNP’s Farzana Sharmin Putul

At least 10 people have been injured in Natore’s Lalpur Upazila in clashes between supporters of the BNP and an independent candidate after the election.

The incident occurred around 9pm on Saturday in Lalwalia Bazar, according to Lalpur Police chief Mojibur Rahman.

Two individuals have been detained for questioning, while the identities of those injured are yet to be confirmed.

Additional Superintendent of Police Ifte Khayer Alam said the confrontation began when supporters of independent candidate Taiful Islam Tipu reportedly assaulted two workers of BNP candidate Farzana Sharmin Putul during an argument over the election.

BNP supporters then rushed to the scene, sparking a full-blown confrontation that left eight injured, and two others temporarily confined, he added.

With the help of locals, all of the injured and confined were rescued and admitted to Lalpur Upazila Health Complex.

Police say the situation is now under control.