Dipu, an employee of Pioneer Knitwears (BD) Limited, had recently appeared in a recruitment examination for promotion from floor manager to supervisor. His brother Apu Robi Das told Dhaka Tribune that Dipu had disputes with several colleagues over his position. Allegations versus findingsPolice and the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) have so far found no evidence supporting claims that Dipu insulted religion. Those arrested by RAB include Md Limon Sarkar, 19, Md Tarek Hossain, 19, Md Manik Mia, 20, Ershad Ali, 39, Nizum Uddin, 20, Alamgir Hossain, 38, and Md Miraj Hossain Akon, 46. Earlier police arrests include Md Ajmal Hasan Sagir, 26, Md Shahin Mia, 19, and Md Nazmul.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 22, 2025 09:53 UTC