The interim government of Bangladesh, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, has strongly condemned the killing of a Hindu man in Mymensingh, calling the incident a grave act of violence that has no place in the country’s future. The condemnation comes amid heightened unrest following the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi.
In an official statement shared on Facebook in Bangla by Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam, the administration described the incident as brutal and unacceptable, reaffirming its commitment to justice and the rule of law.
“We express deep condemnation over the incident in Mymensingh in which a Hindu man was beaten to death. There is no place for such violence in the new Bangladesh. No one involved in this brutal crime will be spared,” the statement read.
The government also issued a broader appeal to citizens to reject violence, incitement, and hatred, stressing the importance of unity and restraint during this sensitive period.
Solidarity With Journalists and Media Houses
The interim administration expressed solidarity with journalists and media professionals after mobs vandalised and torched the offices of leading newspapers, including The Daily Star, Prothom Alo, and New Age. Staff members narrowly escaped injury during the attacks.
“An attack on journalists is an attack on the truth,” the statement said, adding, “We stand by you and assure you of full justice.”
The government apologised for the terror endured by media workers and praised their courage and resilience in the face of violence.
Yunus Promises Swift Justice
In a televised address late Thursday night, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus confirmed the death of Sharif Osman Hadi, who had been undergoing treatment in Singapore after sustaining a gunshot wound during unrest in Dhaka.
Calling Hadi a “martyr,” Yunus vowed swift and uncompromising action against those responsible.
“No leniency will be shown,” he said, urging citizens to remain calm and allow law enforcement agencies to carry out professional investigations.
Yunus reiterated the government’s firm commitment to establishing the rule of law and ensuring accountability.
Unrest Following Osman Hadi’s Death
Violent protests erupted across several parts of Bangladesh after news of Hadi’s death emerged. Demonstrators raised emotionally charged slogans and demanded immediate justice, prompting authorities to deploy additional police and paramilitary forces to maintain order.
Several areas remain tense, particularly after the offices of major newspapers were set ablaze while staff were still inside. Firefighters managed to bring the blaze at The Daily Star building under control in the early hours of Friday, according to officials.
Protesters accused some media outlets of political bias and alleged alignment with neighbouring India, where former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina remains in self-imposed exile.
The government continues to monitor the situation closely and has reiterated its appeal for peace, inclusivity, and lawful protest.
