In a strange turn of events on the night of Sunday, November 24, thousands of people from across the country began converging on Dhaka, drawn by promises of loans ranging from one to five lakh taka. The gathering, which took place at Dhaka University’s TSC and Shahbagh areas, was organized under the banner of “Non-Violent Mass Uprising Bangladesh.” People arrived in buses, trucks, and pickups, hoping to receive financial aid from an interim government initiative.
However, the situation quickly raised suspicions. According to media and police reports, the gathering was orchestrated by a group planning to occupy key areas, including Shahbagh and Dhaka University, under the cover of darkness. They allegedly intended to besiege the office of the Chief Adviser Professor Dr. Yunus.
On November 25, several cars in the area were seen displaying banners promoting a rally at Shahbagh, with leaflets featuring the name of A.B.M. Mustafa Amin, identified as the convener of the so-called uprising. The leaflets claimed the rally was scheduled for August 18 and listed Shahbagh Square as the venue. Another leaflet mentioned a sit-in protest at Shahbagh on November 25, titled "I Will Recover the Looted Money, I Will Take Interest-Free Capital."
Upon discovering that rural villagers were being misled with false promises of financial support, Dhaka University students and the police intervened, dispersing the crowds and sending the vehicles back to their origins. Police arrested several individuals involved in the deceptive scheme and are working to identify the ringleaders behind this fake popular uprising and alleged counter-revolutionary plot.
Law enforcement has assured that they are taking steps to prevent any further disturbances and are investigating the full extent of the operation.
Bd-pratidin English/ Jisan
