OUR CORRESPONDENT, Barishal

At least 10 people were injured during a clash between bus workers and students in Barishal city yesterday over a dispute regarding half fares.

Witnesses said more than 10 buses were vandalised during the incident, which took place around 7:00pm at the Nathullabad Bus Terminal.

According to students, two BM College students were travelling from Muladi to Barishal and requested half fare after identifying themselves as students. Bus workers allegedly refused, prompting an argument that escalated into a scuffle and eventually a violent clash.

Sahadat Hossain, president of Bangladesh Sarak Paribahan Sramik Union, said, “Scores of buses were damaged; we demand justice.”

Following the clash, students blocked the road, suspending bus movement for nearly three hours.

Airport Police Station OC Mamunul Islam said they brought the situation under control around 9:00pm. “The clash led to vandalism of 10 buses, and 10–12 people from both sides were injured.”