Dhaka, Feb. 7 -- The interim government has pledged to strongly resist any attempt to vandalise or set fire to establishments and institutions in the country.

In a statement issued late on Thursday night, the Chief Advisor's Office said: "The interim government is observing with deep concern that certain individuals and groups are attempting to carry out acts of vandalism and arson at various establishments and institutions across the country. The government will firmly counter such activities."

While the statement did not mention any specific incident, it was issued in the wake of attacks and vandalism at multiple locations, including independence leader Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's residence on Dhanmondi Road No. 32.

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