The incident took place at the BNP office in Ward No. 6 of Hafchhari Union, where unidentified individuals allegedly set fire to the building in the early hours of the morning. The blaze spread through the premises, causing damage to the office.
After receiving information about the incident, firefighters rushed to the scene and worked to bring the flames under control. Their intervention prevented the fire from spreading further. However, details of the extent of the damage were not immediately available.
The incident has prompted allegations of political involvement from local BNP leaders. Mahbub Ali, general secretary of Guimara Upazila BNP, accused leaders and activists of the Awami League of carrying out the arson attack as part of an ongoing Chhatra League programme.
He alleged that the attack was politically motivated and specifically targeted the party’s local office. Mahbub Ali also said the BNP would file a case over the incident, seeking legal action against those responsible.
The allegations have yet to be independently verified. No confirmation has been provided regarding the identities of the individuals who set the building on fire or the circumstances surrounding the attack.
Guimara Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Mohammad Sohrwardi said police had visited the scene following the incident. Officers are examining the circumstances from different angles to establish how the fire started and whether anyone was involved in deliberately setting the building alight.
He added that the investigation was under way and that legal action would be taken against anyone found responsible.
Arson attacks on political party offices can heighten tensions at the local level, particularly when they occur amid ongoing political activities. Such incidents also raise concerns about the security of party premises and the potential for further confrontation between rival political groups.
In this case, however, the motive behind the fire remains unclear. While the local BNP leadership has directly accused Awami League activists, the police investigation will be crucial in determining the actual circumstances and identifying those responsible.
Authorities have not announced any arrests in connection with the incident. The investigation is expected to establish whether the fire was deliberately started and provide further clarity on the allegations made by the BNP leadership.
