Dhaka, July 26 -- At least five people lost their lives and scores were injured during a violent political clash in Gopalganj on 16 July, centering around a planned rally by the National Citizen Party (NCP).A recent fact-finding mission by the human rights organisation Ain o Salish Kendra (ASK) sheds light on disturbing allegations of excessive force and human rights violations during the incident.The ASK report, based on a two-day investigation conducted from 21-22 July, found that tensions began when activists of the ruling Awami League allegedly stormed the rally venue before the programme could commence.
Despite the deployment of police and military personnel in the area, violence erupted once NCP leaders reached the site and delivered...