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