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Published on June 18, 2026
Today, the younger brother of SM Rafiq — former Councillor of Kumarkhali Municipality and Senior Vice President of Kumarkhali Upazila Jubo League — was brutally attacked while visiting the municipal office to obtain a civic certificate. He was later rushed to Kushtia General Hospital for treatment.
This is not an isolated incident. On May 1, 2025, SM Rafiq himself became the center of a nationally discussed incident after being taken from the Shahid Golam Kibria Bridge area. The event generated widespread media coverage and public debate across the country. Yet today, more than a year later, another member of the same family has become the victim of violence.
For many, incidents like these reflect a growing culture of political intimidation, mob violence, and fear. Critics argue that under BNP’s political environment, such attacks have become increasingly common, raising serious concerns about public safety and democratic rights.
How many times must one family suffer before this cycle of violence finally comes to an end?
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