NAGAON: In a shocking turn of event on Thursday, Congress MP Rakibul Hussain was attacked by a group of masked assailants while traveling to a party meeting in Gunabari, located in Natun Bazar, Rupahihat. The attack has raised serious concerns regarding the safety of political figures in the area.
Witnesses say the attackers, whose faces were covered with black cloth, brandished black flags before attacking the MP. The incident escalated when the miscreants also attacked Hussain's bodyguard, further aggravating the violent confrontation.
In an attempt to contain the situation and protect the MP, Hussain's security team fired warning shots into the air. This bold move helped to avert any serious harm and defused the immediate danger.
The attack has increased tensions in the region, with local authorities keeping the developments under close watch. Security arrangements are likely to be tightened following this assault, as authorities weigh the implications for public safety and political stability.
This attack is an indication of the challenges faced by political leaders in engaging with their constituents in periods of rising tensions. The authorities are keen to investigate the incident thoroughly in a bid to identify and arrest the perpetrators of the attack, ensuring that such acts of violence do not destabilize the democratic process.
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