Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed on Monday declared that the government will not allow the country’s escalating “mob culture” to continue, pledging firm action against any attempts to create disorder under the pretext of pressing demands.
The minister made the remarks in response to a question from MP Rumin Farhana during a session of the Jatiya Sangsad.
He emphasised that road blockades, mob gatherings, and public disruptions aimed at coercing authorities will no longer be tolerated.
“We have made it clear since taking office that Bangladesh will not witness mob culture again,” Salahuddin said, noting that the highway and road blockades that occurred during the interim government period would never be allowed to recur.
MP Rumin Farhana highlighted concerns over the rise of mob-related violence, citing official figures that indicate between 250 and 300 people were killed in such incidents from September 2024 to January 2026.
She also recounted her personal experience as a victim of mob violence on 21 February, urging the government to take strong measures.
The home minister stressed the importance of differentiating between mob violence and organised crime, noting that attacks targeting specific institutions are deliberate criminal acts subject to investigation and prosecution.
He urged citizens to pursue grievances through lawful and democratic channels, such as submitting memorandums, holding seminars, or organising peaceful gatherings.
“Freedom of speech and association will be protected, but using mobs to press demands must end immediately,” he said.
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