1 killed in landmine explosion in Bandarban

A man was killed and another sustained injuries in the landmine explosion at Ruma upazila in Bandarban on Tuesday morning.

The incident took place at hilly area near Chaikhongpara at 5 no ward in 3 no Remakri-Prangsa union of the upazila. 

The deceased is Md Rashed, 18 and Dulal, 35, both hailing from Chanua village at Banshkhali upazila in Chattogram.

Dr Abdullah Al Noman, Resident Medical Officer of Thanchi Upazila Health Complex, said BGB members brought two men injured in landmine explosion to the hospital at 12:20pm. Rashed died before reaching the hospital and Dulal was referred to Bandarban Sadar Hospital after giving him primary treatment. 

Confirming the matter, Alamgir Hossain, Officer-in-charge of Ruma Police Station, said a police team was sent to the spot.