mob violence in Bangladesh
33 killed by mobs in three months
At least 33 people were killed in mob attacks across the country between April and June, according to a quarterly report released by Odhikar yesterday.
31 July 2026
Persistent violence must be reined in
Brutal attacks in Mymensingh and Lakshmipur point to continuous violence.
21 December 2025
Policing the body, governing the soul
We should be ashamed that a 70-year-old fakir must cry to the heavens for justice.
27 September 2025
Rein in mob attacks before the election
Frequent lynchings and crimes call for stronger law enforcement
9 September 2025
The architectonics of mob violence in Bangladesh
Mob violence has become one of the most pressing challenges confronting Bangladesh.
24 August 2025
An unnecessary and excessive reaction
Case of a rickshaw puller assaulted and arrested on August 15 raises concerns
18 August 2025
Why can’t mob violence be contained?
Recent estimates show continued surge in mob beatings
6 April 2025
Mob Violence: Govt taking action against perpetrators
Home Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Jahangir Alam Chowdhury yesterday said the government was taking legal action against mob violence whenever and wherever it occurred.
6 March 2025
Police alone cannot take on violent mobs
Leaders and influencers too have a responsibility to restore rule of law
6 March 2025
Mob violence persists amid weak policing
Mob violence has been occurring in the country for years. But the recent spate of mugging and robbery has apparently caused a surge in such incidences.
4 March 2025
No more violence in Khagrachhari
The government must de-escalate tensions through proper measures.
2 October 2024