7 injured in Jashore clash between two BNP factions

At least seven individuals were injured in a clash that broke out between two factions of BNP during a rally at Sharsha upazila of Jashore district on Tuesday.  

The incident occurred on Tuesday around 1:00 PM, prior to a rally organized by a faction of the Sharsha Upazila BNP scheduled for 3:00 PM at Gorpara Government Primary School ground. 

Another rival faction had also announced a rally at the same location, leading to heightened tensions in the area from Monday.  

According to police, additional forces were deployed in the area in anticipation of unrest. Despite the measures, the faction led by BNP Joint Convener Hasan Zahir attacked the stage prepared by group led by Mofiqul Hasan Tripti.

During the attack, at least 12 handmade bombs were detonated, spreading panic among locals. The police swiftly intervened to bring the situation under control.  

Leaders from a group claimed that seven of their members were injured in the attack.  

Nishat Al Nahiyan, Additional Superintendent of Police in Jessore, said, "There was pre-existing tension surrounding the rallies. The situation is now under control. Legal action will be taken if complaints are filed."