Headmaster Yunus Nabi Assaulted Over School Committee Dispute in Noakhali

Bureau Chief, Feni

Yunus Nabi Manik, the headmaster of Narottampur Union High School in Noakhali’s Begumganj upazila, was assaulted in his office on April 23 over a conflict involving the school’s managing committee.

The incident occurred around 11:15 AM when a group, allegedly led by former committee members, stormed the office and attacked the 54-year-old headmaster. Local residents rescued him and provided shelter at a nearby house.

Manik alleged that in October 2024, he was forced to sign a resignation letter under duress in the presence of the then Upazila Primary Education Officer. Following this, he filed a case, and the Begumganj Assistant Judge’s Court suspended the resignation’s proceedings until May 20, 2025.

On the day of the assault, Manik claimed that individuals, including Ekram Hossain and Dr. Parvez, broke into his office and beat him, tearing his clothes and leaving him partially unclothed.

Former committee president Moktar Hossain denied involvement, accusing Manik of corruption and stating that locals acted independently. He also alleged that Manik entered the school without permission from the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) or the education officer.

UNO Md. Arifur Rahman confirmed the ongoing disputes and stated that Manik had filed a case. Until resolved, a temporary acting headmaster has been appointed to maintain school operations.