Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Hadi's Killing Sparks Anti-India Protests in Bangladesh
Sharif Osman Hadi, a student leader in Bangladesh, was killed in Dhaka.
His death was used to start protests and make people angry at India.
Some say this was done to distract from other political problems.
The main suspects are a former Chhatra League leader and a bike rider.
The police in Bangladesh say the suspects ran to India, but the Indian border guards say this is not true.
Hadi was a leader who criticized many political parties, making him unpredictable.
His death caused big protests and violence in Bangladesh, including attacks on media and cultural centers.
The student group Inquilab Mancha has issued an ultimatum to the government, demanding the suspension of work permits for Indians and the return of the suspects.
Sharif Osman Hadi, a student leader and convener of Inquilab Mancha, was assassinated in Dhaka on December 12, 2025.
His death was used to mobilize street protests and fuel anti-India sentiment, rather than being the result of ideological rivalry.
Hadi was politically unpredictable, having criticized the Awami League, challenged the BNP leadership, and refused backing from Jamaat.
The main suspects, Faisal Karim Masud and Alamgir Sheikh, are believed to have political connections within Hadi's own ecosystem.
Bangladesh Police alleged the suspects fled to India, but the BSF denied any illegal cross-border movement, calling the claims false.
- Who
- Sharif Osman Hadi, convener of Inquilab Mancha and organizer of the July uprising
- What
- Assassination of Hadi used to mobilize street protests and fuel anti-India sentiment
- When
- Hadi was shot on December 12, 2025, and died days later in Singapore
- Where
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Why
- To mobilize street protests, intimidate media, and justify emergency-style governance ahead of 2026 elections
Protesters
Indian Authorities
Suspects' Location
Protesters
Believe the suspects fled to India and demand their return.
Indian Authorities
Deny any illegal cross-border movement and claim the suspects are not in India.
- Victim
- Sharif Osman Hadi
- Organization
- Inquilab Mancha
- Date of Killing
- December 12, 2025
- Location of Killing
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Suspects
- Faisal Karim Masud, Alamgir Sheikh
- Alleged Escape Route
- Haluaghat border area to Tura, Meghalaya
- BSF Response
- Denied any illegal cross-border movement
- Protest Demands
- Suspension of work permits for Indians, trial proceedings, case against India at ICJ
Sources
Why Was Osman Hadi's Killing Used To Fan Anti-India Sentiment? CNN-News18 Decodes
Osman Hadi killing: Who are the two suspects Dhaka police say fled to India?
'Cancel Work Permits For Indians': Osman Hadi's Student Group Issues Ultimatum To Yunus Govt
'Cancel work permits for Indians': Osman Hadi's student wing issues ultimatum to Yunus government
Yunus regime in Bangladesh heavily influenced by extremist radical groups: Report
Bangladesh Unrest: Osman Hadi's Outfit Issues Ultimatum to Yunus Government, Targets Indian Workers
