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Attack on Theater Workers’ Assembly in Bangladesh, Army Deployed to Control Situation

Since the ousting of Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League government, Bangladesh has been in a state of turmoil. The interim government, led by Dr. Yunus, is struggling to restore stability. Free thought and cultural activities have increasingly faced extremist threats.

Recently, a protest organized by the Group Theatre Federation in front of the National Theatre in Dhaka was reportedly attacked.

The incident occurred after 4 p.m. on Friday when attackers threw eggs during a speech by playwright and director Mamunur Rashid. Theater workers chased the attackers, who fled the scene. Although police were present, they remained passive and made no arrests.

The protest was organized in response to a recent ban on the play Nityapuran, and the attack took place near the end of Rashid’s speech.

From the stage, Rashid questioned the attackers, saying, “Why did those who committed this disgraceful act run away? Come forward. We will continue with our theater.”

Rashid further expressed concern over the lack of protection, questioning the security provided, saying, “What security did they offer us? Those involved in this incident must face exemplary punishment.”

After the attack, another group gathered in front of the National Academy of Fine and Performing Arts, opposing the theater workers.

Around 7 p.m., the army intervened as tensions escalated between the two groups, creating a barricade to calm the situation.

Theater workers took position at the main gate of the theater, while their opponents gathered near the gate of the Anti-Corruption Commission. The atmosphere turned heated with opposing chants. One member of the opposition shouted, “We will not allow India’s agents and Awami League agents to remain here.”

This incident highlights the growing political and cultural tensions in Bangladesh.

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