A case has been filed over the attack on Hasib Al Islam, president of the Dhaka University branch of Jatiya Chhatra Shakti, the student wing of the National Citizens' Party (NCP), in Srimangal, Moulvibazar. The case names 15 people as accused, including Habibur Rahman, a former leader of the banned Chhatra League's Srimangal Government College branch.

Pritam Dash, a resident of Srimangal and central joint convener of NCP, filed the case at the police station on Tuesday night. The case includes allegations of illegal road blockade, assault with intent to murder, causing grievous hurt, and issuing death threats.

The Attack

Hasib Al Islam, a coordinator of the July mass uprising, was attacked by activists of the banned Chhatra League during a recent visit to the Srimangal area, according to initial reports. Reports indicate that a group of youths armed with machetes (chapati) attacked him. He sustained serious injuries in the attack and is currently receiving treatment in Dhaka.

Complainant's Statement

Pritam Dash told Prothom Alo that he filed the case on Tuesday night after consulting with Hasib Al Islam, who is in Dhaka for medical treatment. They have demanded the swift arrest of Habibur and the other attackers. He warned that if police fail to arrest the accused, they would announce central programs in protest.

Legal Action and Demands

Following the case, leaders and activists of NCP and Chhatra Shakti have reacted at various levels, demanding the arrest of the accused. Authorities have been urged to conduct a swift investigation and bring the accused to justice. Tension is reported to be prevailing in the area following the incident.