A clash erupted between police and members of the banned organization Hizb ut-Tahrir following Jummah prayers on Friday near the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in Dhaka.
The confrontation occurred when several hundred supporters of the group attempted to march towards Paltan as part of their "March for Khilafah" program.
Law enforcement intervened to stop the procession, leading to a violent altercation.
Initially, the march proceeded without disruption. However, as the demonstrators moved from Paltan towards Bijoynagar, police set up a blockade, prompting resistance from Hizb ut-Tahrir members.
In response to police intervention, the members retaliated, resulting in a chase between both sides.
To disperse the crowd and regain control, police fired tear gas shells and sound grenades.
While the demonstrators scattered temporarily, they later regrouped and attempted to continue their procession.
As tensions escalated, police once again used tear gas, and at one stage, Hizb ut-Tahrir members were seen throwing bricks and stones at law enforcement officers.
The situation intensified, leading to the arrest of several members.
For a brief period, the procession became increasingly chaotic, prompting the police to take additional measures, including the use of sound grenades and further rounds of tear gas.
Authorities ultimately brought the situation under control.
Hizb ut-Tahrir remains a banned organization in Bangladesh, with all its activities and demonstrations deemed illegal.
Law enforcement officials have reiterated their stance against the group’s activities and have pledged to take strict action against any attempts to incite disorder.