Bangladesh, July 30 -- Religious tensions have resurfaced in Rangpur's Gangachara where homes of minority Hindu families came under attack following rumours of blasphemy over the weekend in scenes chillingly reminiscent of the 2017 assault.

Before the attack, loudspeakers were used to gather people in Aldadpur Balapara village.

According to police, local officials, and members of the Hindu community, many of those involved were outsiders; some believed to have travelled from Kishoreganj Upazila in neighbouring Nilphamari district.

The first round of violence took place on Saturday night. A second round followed on Sunday afternoon, despite the presence of police and security forces.

Officers attempting to intervene were also assaulted...