Violence continued to grip Bangladesh as a seven year old girl was burnt to death after the house of a local opposition leader was set on fire in the Lakshmipur district, highlighting the growing intensity of political unrest in the country.
The incident took place in the early hours of Sunday at the residence of a local leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). According to preliminary findings, unidentified attackers allegedly locked the house from the outside before setting it ablaze, trapping members of the family inside.
The victim, the youngest daughter of the BNP leader, succumbed to severe burn injuries. Her father and two elder sisters, aged 14 and 16, sustained critical burns and were rushed to hospital, where their condition remains serious.
The attack comes amid heightened political tension and widespread unrest across Bangladesh, with repeated incidents of arson, vandalism and targeted violence reported in several regions. Opposition leaders have alleged that party workers and their families are increasingly being targeted as law and order deteriorates.
Local police have launched an investigation into the attack and said efforts are underway to identify those responsible. Security has been tightened in the area following public outrage and protests over the incident.
The killing of a child in what appears to be a politically linked act has sparked sharp condemnation from political leaders and civil society groups, who have called for immediate accountability and stronger measures to protect civilians.
As Bangladesh continues to witness escalating violence, the incident has raised fresh concerns over the safety of families caught in the crossfire of political conflict and the urgent need to restore stability.

Bangladesh Violence Claims Life of 7-Year-Old Girl

BNP leader’s home torched in Lakshmipur as unrest escalates, trapping children inside

Bangladesh Violence Claims Life of 7-Year-Old Girl

BNP leader’s home torched in Lakshmipur as unrest escalates, trapping children inside

December 21, 2025 | 16:22 IST