Dhaka, Bangladesh – The home of Jatiya Party (JaPa) Chairman GM Quader in the Uttara suburb of Dhaka was attacked and vandalised on Monday morning, officials said.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m., Uttara Division Deputy Commissioner Rezaul Karim confirmed, adding that police were dispatched to the scene after reports of the assault.
According to the deputy commissioner, officers arrived after the perpetrators had already left the premises, and no one was injured during the episode.
Witnesses described a group of individuals marching to the front of the house, chanting slogans before hurling bricks and stones at the windows, shattering several panes. The attackers did not force entry into the residence.
Police have opened an investigation, but the identities of those responsible remain unknown, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward.
GM Quader, the leader of the opposition Jatiya Party, has been a prominent figure in Bangladeshi politics for decades, and the attack raises concerns about the security of political leaders ahead of upcoming electoral activities.
The incident underscores growing tensions in the capital and highlights the need for heightened security measures for public figures, as law‑enforcement agencies continue their search for the culprits.
Why it matters
The attack highlights rising political violence in Bangladesh and raises concerns about the security of public figures.