Rangamati: The district administration and the army today urged the inhabitants of Khagrachhari not to pay heed to any rumours, urging all to maintain communal harmony here. In this connection, the army carried out announcement through loudspeaker that the local administration remained on high alert to ensure that no one can create communal division or chaos in Rangamati centering the recent Khagrachari clashes.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the army made the announcement through loudspeaker at various important points since Monday morning to make everyone aware of rumours, witnesses said. The announcement emphasized the need for vigilance to prevent any unpleasant situation, urging collective efforts to ensure peace and security in the Rangamati area.
Meanwhile, in addition to armed forces personnel, the town has seen increased deployment of police forces and heightened BGB patrols. Rangamati Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Habib Ullah Maruf mentioned that a group identified as the Jumma Chhatra Janata called for an indefinite blockade in the three hill districts via Facebook, but assured that the situation in Rangamati remains almost normal.
The Deputy Commissioner added that the district administration has conducted a series of meetings with political leaders, civil society members, businessmen, and various associations to maintain normalcy. He affirmed that the administration is taking decisive action to identify those responsible for the blockade call.
Superintendent of Police Dr. SM Farhad Hossain also urged everyone to help keep the situation in Rangamati stable. He noted that all types of vehicles, including long-route ones, are operating as usual since Monday morning.