# Jamaat-e-Islami Expels Akash Chowdhury Over Assault Incident

> Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami expelled Akash Chowdhury for violating party discipline after he was seen kicking a woman during a protest in Chattogram. The party condemned the act, denied involvement, and stated Chowdhury…

Published: 2026-09-17 · Desk: Latest · Source: The Daily Star

Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami has expelled Akash Chowdhury for "violating party discipline," following his involvement in an assault on a woman during a protest by the Democratic Student Alliance in Chattogram. The expulsion was confirmed in a statement issued yesterday, three days after the incident.

The statement, signed by Mohammad Ullah, Assistant Secretary of Jamaat’s Chattogram Metropolitan Unit, condemned the act, calling it "unexpected and deplorable." It clarified that Jamaat had no prior knowledge of the protest held in front of the Chattogram Press Club on Wednesday, nor did it authorize any member to attend.

"This unfortunate incident is the sole responsibility of those present. Akash Chowdhury participated without permission and his actions are completely unacceptable," the statement read. It emphasized that Jamaat-e-Islami, known for its discipline, does not condone such behavior and aims to build a responsible and welfare-oriented society.

The protest, organized by the Democratic Student Alliance—a coalition of left-leaning student groups—was attacked around 3:30 PM in the Jamal Khan area under the banner of the "Anti Shahbagh Union." Twelve individuals were injured in the assault.

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