Clash erupts over dominance, over hundred hand bombs blasted

A clash erupted between two rival groups over establishing supremacy at Jazira upazila in Shariatpur. During the clash, more than a hundred hand bombs were detonated.

The incident happened in the Durbadanga area of Bilaspur Union in Jazira Upazila of the district on Saturday (April 5) morning.

However, no casualties have been reported so far.

According to local sources and police, a dispute over establishing supremacy had been underway for long between the supporters of Bilaspur Union Chairman Kuddus Bepari and Swechchhasebak League leader Jalil Madbar. Several clashes have taken place in the past due to this rivalry.

On Saturday morning, a clash between supporters of both sides in the Durbadanga area erupted over a trifling matter. During the clash, more than a hundred hand bombs were exploded. Later, police arrived at the scene and brought the situation under control.

Meanwhile, a 15-second video of the clash and hand bomb explosions has gone viral on social media, particularly on Facebook. In the video, both sides can be seen facing off in an open field. Many individuals are seen wearing helmets and carrying buckets. Both groups are seen throwing hand bombs, which explode with loud bangs and produce thick smoke.

Dulal Akhand, Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Jazira Police Station, confirmed the incident and said legal action will be taken in this regard.