Controversy Erupts Over Taslima Nasrin's Books at Dhaka Book Fair

A group of protesters disrupted the Dhaka book fair over the display of Taslima Nasrin's works, leading to a probe by Bangladeshi authorities. Police intervened to restore order, while the council vowed strict action against disorderly behavior. The incident highlights ongoing tensions around Nasrin's controversial writings.

A group of protesters disrupted a book stall in Dhaka, Bangladesh, over the display of works by exiled author Taslima Nasrin, prompting a governmental inquiry into the incident. The protest occurred at the Amar Ekushey Book Fair on Monday at a stall run by Sabyasachi Prokashoni, as covered by Bdnews24.

Organized by the group “Towhidi Janata”, the demonstrators surrounded the stall, leading police to take publisher Shatabdi Vobo to a control room to restore order. The protesters later encircled the police’s position, further escalating the situation and tension at the fair.

Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus condemned the disturbance and promised stringent legal action. The Bangla Academy established a committee to investigate the event, emphasizing the need for a fair inquiry. Meanwhile, Mahfuj Alam warned that any mob violence from such groups would face severe legal repercussions.