The incident came to the attention of local residents on Thursday afternoon, 5 November. Following reports of the writing, police from Chuadanga Sadar Police Station visited the area and inspected the site. Later, acting on the instructions of the Deputy Commissioner, the school authorities arranged for the slogans to be erased from the wall.
The incident has raised questions about the involvement of school students in political activities, particularly in the context of the country’s changing political environment. The location of the writing, close to a girls’ educational institution, has also drawn attention from local residents.
Headteacher Sheikh Rezaul Karim said the school would summon the parents or guardians of the students allegedly involved and decide on appropriate action after discussions with them.
Police have also examined CCTV footage as part of their investigation. Himel Rana, investigation officer at Chuadanga Sadar Police Station, said a review of the footage had confirmed the incident.
He claimed that the students involved came from families associated with the Awami League and alleged that the writing had been carried out as part of a planned activity. He added that further action would be taken following an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Meanwhile, the slogans have also attracted attention on social media. Jakir Hossain Jacky, president of Chuadanga district Chhatra League, along with several Awami League and Chhatra League activists, shared a post about the incident on their personal Facebook accounts. They reportedly expressed enthusiasm over the appearance of the slogans.
The episode has drawn attention to the broader question of political expression in and around educational institutions. Schools are expected to provide an environment in which students can pursue their education without becoming caught up in political disputes. Incidents involving political messages on school premises or nearby properties can therefore create concerns among teachers, parents and local communities.
At the same time, allegations involving students require careful examination, particularly when questions remain about their individual roles, intentions and whether others may have influenced their actions. The police investigation and the school’s discussions with the students’ guardians are expected to clarify these matters.
For now, the slogans have been removed from the wall, but the incident continues to generate discussion in Chuadanga. The next steps will depend on the findings of the investigation and the measures taken by the school authorities.
