Protesters clash with police in Bogra, many injured including journalists

Protesters clash with police in Bogra, many injured including journalists

Morenews Desk
Morenews Desk

Published: 08:04 18 July 2024

Clashes with the police, tear-cells, throwing of bricks and mortars, and back-to-back chases have taken place in Bogra, the heart of the city, in connection with the quota reform movement. The entire Satmatha area has become a battlefield.

This incident happened on Thursday (July 18) at 11:30 am. Runs till 12:30 noon.


It is known that when the agitating students wanted to come to Satmatha with a procession around 11:30 am, there was a back and forth with the police. At that time, Satmatha area turned into a battlefield due to massive vandalism, throwing of bricks and cocktail explosions. Many people including journalists and police were injured. The injured have been taken to different hospitals.

Besides, there was a clash in front of Bogra Government Azizul Haque College. Police fired teargas to disperse the protesters. Around 12 noon students clashed with the police in Banani area of ​​the city. The police are said to have fired teargas here as well.

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