Dhaka, Dec 25 (NationPress) A man has tragically lost his life following the detonation of a crude bomb that was thrown from a flyover in the Mogbazar area of the Bangladeshi capital, as reported by police officials. This incident has caused widespread panic in the bustling locality.

The explosion occurred on Wednesday evening, right under the flyover, near the Moghbazar Freedom Fighters’ Memorial, a location that typically sees significant foot traffic.

Witnesses have described how the explosive device was launched from above and exploded on the roadway, leaving the victim critically injured. The individual, later identified as Siam, succumbed to his injuries shortly after the explosion.

“It appears that an explosive cocktail was thrown from the flyover and struck the victim’s head before detonating. We are currently investigating the incident,” a police spokesperson stated, emphasizing that efforts are underway to identify the perpetrators behind this attack.

Relatives of the deceased reported that Siam was employed at a private factory and was simply passing through the area when the explosion occurred. His identification was confirmed by family members who arrived at the scene shortly after.

In the immediate aftermath of the blast, police established a perimeter around the area as fear and confusion engulfed local residents. Officials noted that the assailants fled the scene right after launching the explosive.

Deputy Commissioner Masud Alam of the Ramna Division of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police indicated that preliminary investigations suggest the bomb was indeed thrown from the flyover. “The motive remains unclear,” he added, noting that a thorough investigation is underway to uncover the details surrounding the incident.

As of now, no group has taken responsibility for this attack.

Bangladesh has been experiencing a surge of violent events following the assassination of radical Islamist leader Sharif Osman Hadi, who was shot by unidentified gunmen on December 12 and later passed away on December 18. His death has incited widespread unrest across the nation.

In the wake of Hadi’s killing, numerous violent incidents have emerged, with assaults targeting media organizations, political and cultural institutions, as well as diplomatic entities, exacerbating the already precarious security landscape.

In light of the escalating political tensions, Sharif Omar Hadi, the brother of the deceased leader, has accused a faction within the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government of orchestrating his brother’s murder in a bid to disrupt the upcoming national elections slated for February 2026.

Speaking at a rally organized by Inqilab Moncho outside the National Museum in Dhaka on Tuesday, Omar Hadi directly implicated the interim government. “It is you who had Osman Hadi killed, and now you are attempting to derail the elections by using this as a pretext,” he stated while criticizing the authorities.

He further asserted that his brother had been an advocate for holding the national elections by February and appealed to the Bangladeshi authorities to maintain a conducive electoral environment.

According to the country’s prominent daily, The Daily Star, Omar Hadi demanded swift justice concerning his brother’s murder. “Ensure a prompt trial of the perpetrators so the electoral atmosphere remains intact. The government has yet to demonstrate any tangible progress. If justice for Osman Hadi is not served, you too will find yourselves fleeing Bangladesh one day,” he warned.

Meanwhile, Abdullah Al Jaber, Member Secretary of Inqilab Moncho, reiterated the group’s 30-working-day ultimatum to the interim government to identify and apprehend those accountable for Sharif Osman Hadi’s assassination. This ultimatum was initially put forth in a press release earlier this week.