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A tin fence at Tilakpur High School ground in Joypurhat was vandalized by Islamic devotees and madrasa students.

• The vandalism was in protest of a women’s friendly football match scheduled for Wednesday.
• The match was organized by the T Star Club, led by BNP leader Samiul Hasan.
• Protesters claimed the match was “against the veil” and demanded it be stopped.
• A rally was held demanding a ban on women’s football games.
• The incident was broadcast live on social media.
• Police and local authorities claimed they were unaware of the incident.
• A meeting was scheduled with the organizers and protesters to address the issue.

Source: Prothom Alo