At least six people were injured on Friday when supporters of an independent candidate and the BNP clashed during an election procession in Gozaria upazila of Munshiganj-3 constituency.
The incident occurred around 4:45 pm in the Sonali Market area near the Fuldi River. The injured, Mamun (47), Manik (42), and Al Amin (25), received treatment locally, while others sustained minor injuries, police said.
According to police and locals, supporters of independent candidate Md. Mohiuddin, contesting under the football symbol, were marching through Sonali Market when they came face-to-face with supporters of the Dhaner Shish symbol candidate. The confrontation escalated into a clash involving sticks and fists as both sides shouted slogans.
Gozaria police station officer-in-charge Hasan Ali said the situation has returned to normal and legal action will be taken if complaints are filed regarding the incident.