Army arrests UPDF member in Kawkhali, Rangamati

18 November 2005. One activist of the United People’s Democratic Front (UPDF) and another supporter were arrested in Kawkhali of Rangamati District.

The army arrested UPDF activist Prabhat Chakma (42) and a supporter Sumon Chakma (18) from the village of Gaarichara Tarabonnya under Kalampati Union. Sumon came to the village to join the UPDF. His request for party membership was under consideration while the arrest was made.

After the arrest, the army handed them over to the police who sent them to Rangamati jail.

It has not been known whether the army brought any specific charges against them, although it has become routine for the army to falsely frame the arrested UPDF members under Arms Act.

Prepared by Press Section, Publications and Publicity Department, United People's Democratic Front (UPDF), November 19, 2005.