Kaukhali Correspondent, CHT News
Friday, June 19, 2026
A 32-member Bangladesh Army unit has been stationed at
Hatimara Government Primary School in Kolompoti Union, Kaukhali Upazila,
Rangamati, for the past two days, according to local sources.
The unit arrived at approximately 10:30 a.m. on
Wednesday, June 18, from the nearby Godarpara Army Camp, bringing supplies and
equipment. Personnel have since been conducting patrols in the surrounding
area.
Residents of No. 1 Hatimara and No. 2 Hatimara
villages allege that soldiers have been collecting personal information from
local households, including the names of residents and the number of families
in each home. No official explanation has been provided for the
information-gathering exercise.
Community members have expressed concern and
apprehension over the data collection. A local source indicated that the unit
is expected to remain at the school through Saturday, June 20.
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