Allegations have surfaced regarding an assault on two individuals—including a woman—involving the brandishing of a pistol and the theft of a gold chain, amidst a dispute over the ownership, mutation, and attempted sale of a 34-decimal plot of land in Muksudpur, Gopalganj. The affected family has demanded administrative intervention and legal action regarding the incident.
Members of the affected family raised these allegations during a press conference held on Saturday afternoon (September 19, 2026). They detailed the incident and called for necessary action against the accused, subject to an investigation.
According to the written complaint filed with the police station by the victim, Laboni Akter, several individuals entered their home around 4:00 PM on September 17, armed with iron rods, *ramdas* (large curved machetes), bamboo sticks, and bricks. It is alleged that Laboni Akter and Nasir Uddin Sheikh were assaulted during the incident. Furthermore, it is alleged that the attackers attempted to molest Laboni Akter by manhandling her clothing and snatched a gold chain from her neck—weighing approximately eight *anas* and valued at around Tk 1,12,000.
The complaint further states that the attackers threatened to kill them, and one individual brandished a pistol. The injured parties subsequently received medical treatment at the Muksudpur Upazila Health Complex.
Origin of the land dispute...
The affected family claims that the 34-decimal plot of land in Borobhatra *Mouza* (revenue village), Muksudpur Upazila, was held under a one-year lease (*ek-sana bandobasta*) in the name of their grandfather, Baher Sheikh. The application notes the land's details as follows: old *Khatian* (record of rights) number 54 and current *Khatian* 297; old *Dag* (plot) number 1044 and current *Dag* number 1249.
They allege that Nilkantha Mondal has initiated steps to sell the land after having the mutation (*namjari*) recorded in his own name. A separate written application seeking redress regarding this matter has also been submitted to the Muksudpur Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO).
However, the actual ownership of the land, the validity of the lease, the mutation status, and current possession—along with other related issues—need to be verified through an examination of government records and an investigation by the relevant authorities. Statements from the administration and police...
Statements from the concerned administration and police regarding the incident will be added once received. Similarly, statements from the individuals named in the allegations will also be published if obtained.
The victim's family has stated that they expect a fair investigation into the incident, as well as security and legal redress.
The matters raised in the allegations are subject to investigation, and no party is being considered guilty until a final decision is reached by the court or the relevant authorities.
