Date of Incident: 8 May 2025
Location: Mujafarabad Village, Patiya Upazila, Chattogram, Bangladesh

 Overview A Hindu family in Mujafarabad village of Patiya Upazila, Chattogram, was brutally attacked by alleged land grabbers attempting to forcibly occupy their property. The attackers used sharp weapons and carried out violent assaults, leaving several injured and causing severe damage to property.

 Victim Information

Belongings looted and property destroyed

Primary Victim: Jony Acharya

Suffered a broken right arm from the attack

Other Victims:

Multiple family members injured during the assault

Details of the Incident

  • Date & Time:
    • Night of 8 May 2025
  • Nature of the Attack:
    • Attackers entered the house armed with sharp weapons (da)
    • Brutal physical assault on Jony Acharya and family
    • Vandalism inside the home
    • Looting of livestock and valuables
  • Items Reported Stolen:
    • Cows and goats
    • Gold ornaments
    • Other household valuables

Alleged Perpetrators

  • Believed to be relatives of Eraiya Mohammad
    • Residents of Talukdar Bari, Ward 1, West Elahabad, under Chandanaish Police Station
    • Involved: Eraiyaa Mohammad’s daughter, son, and grandson
    • Allegedly carried out the attack, looting, and destruction together

Aftermath & Response

  • Injured family members are under medical care
  • Victims report severe emotional trauma and fear of further attacks
  • No confirmed arrests reported at the time of writing
  • Community members have expressed concern over rising attacks on minorities

Conclusion

This attack represents a deeply troubling example of targeted violence against a religious minority. The combination of physical harm, property destruction, and theft, all under the pretext of a land dispute, demands urgent legal intervention. Authorities must take immediate steps to:

  • Ensure justice for the Acharya family
  • Prevent future acts of aggression against vulnerable communities
  • Uphold property rights and safety for all citizens, regardless of religion or background

The family’s plea is simple: protection, justice, and peace.

Other Detail

Jony Acharya’s Arm Broken, Family Injured in Brutal Land Grab Attack.