Dhaka, Dec. 19 -- The premises of Bengali cultural organisation Chhayanaut have been vandalised and set on fire after news of the death of Inqilab Moncho Convenor Sharif Osman bin Hadi spread.

The attack came around 2am on Friday, after Inqilab Moncho confirmed the death of Hadi, who was in treatment in Singapore.

Witnesses said a group forced entry into the building, damaged property and set fire to items both inside and outside the premises.

The assailants were seen wearing helmets and face coverings to cover their identity.

Furniture from Nalonda, Chhayanaut's educational chapter, was reportedly taken outside and set ablaze.

Some attackers claimed the organisation promoted "Indian cultural practices" and had "no place in Banglades...