Police in Lakshmipur have arrested 31 people, including a leader of the banned Awami League, on charges of spreading anti-government propaganda on social media and attempting to create instability in the country.
Details of the Arrests
According to police sources, the arrests were made during separate drives conducted in Lakshmipur Sadar, Ramganj, Raipur, and Kamalnagar upazilas from Friday night to Saturday evening. Among those arrested is a union-level leader of the Awami League, whose political activities have been banned by the government, police confirmed.Allegations and Case
The arrestees are accused of running anti-government campaigns on Facebook and other social media platforms, spreading confusion among the public, and planning acts of sabotage. Police stated that several mobile phones and SIM cards were seized from them, which contained evidence of the alleged propaganda.A case has been filed under the Digital Security Act at Lakshmipur Sadar Model Police Station. The case statement names all 31 arrestees, and police said efforts are underway to identify and arrest other individuals involved.
Legal Proceedings
Police said the arrestees were produced before the court on Saturday. The judicial magistrate rejected their bail pleas and ordered them to be sent to jail. Officials said the matter is under investigation, and further legal action will be taken accordingly.Commenting on the matter, an official from the office of the Lakshmipur Superintendent of Police said, "Our drive against provocative and misleading posts on social media will continue. Strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to deteriorate the law and order situation."
It is noteworthy that following the fall of the Awami League government on August 5, multiple cases and arrests have been reported against the party's leaders and activists across the country. Recently, the government banned the party's political activities.
