Dhaka, Dec. 12 -- Interim government Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus has expressed deep concern over the shooting of Sharif Osman Hadi, spokesperson of Inqilab Moncho and a potential independent candidate for Dhaka-8, who was critically injured after being attacked by assailants in the capital's Bijoynagar area.

Terming the attack "completely unacceptable," Dr Yunus said such violence during an election period is deeply regrettable and harmful for the country's peaceful political environment.

He has directed authorities to ensure the highest level of medical care for the injured Hadi, and instructed the Ministry of Health to monitor his treatment closely.

At the same time, the Chief Adviser ordered law enforcement agencies to...