Students from minority communities held a protest rally at Dhaka University demanding justice for Lal Tleng Kim Bawm’s death in custody.
– They also demanded the release of women and children from the Bawm community who were arrested without warrants.
– Speakers questioned the neutrality of the law and criticized the detention of Bawm community members.
– The protesters demanded justice for a rape and murder case involving a Khiyang girl.
– The rally was organized by Sammilita Adivasi Chhatra Samaj, with speakers from various organizations participating.
– Lal Tleng Kim Bawm, 29, died in custody on May 15 while being treated at Chattogram Medical College Hospital.
Report Date: 19 May 2025
Source: New Age
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