19 October, 2026 – CHATTOGRAM, Bangladesh:- A residential flat belonging to a Hindu family was allegedly burgled while its members were away visiting Durga Puja mandaps in Chattogram city.
The incident reportedly occurred at around 9 p.m. on Saturday, October 17, at Flat No. 7 on the fourth floor of Noor Mansion, Plot No. 9, Hemsan Lane, under Kotwali Police Station. The victim, Dolon Chandra Prema, is an assistant teacher at CGS Colony High School.
According to the family, all members had left home to visit Puja mandaps during the Sharadiya Durga Puja celebrations. Taking advantage of their absence, alleged burglars entered the flat and stole valuables.The family reported that approximately five bhori of gold jewelry, five bhori of silver, Tk 15,000 in cash, and a mobile phone were stolen.
The incident has reportedly caused significant financial loss to the family. The theft has raised concerns about residential security during the religious festival, when many families leave their homes to participate in celebrations.
Details about how the perpetrators entered the flat, how many people were involved, and whether a formal police complaint or case has been filed were not available in the information provided.
An investigation is needed to identify those responsible, recover the stolen property, and determine the circumstances of the incident.
