A clash broke out between the students of Dhaka College and Ideal College at the capital’s Science Lab intersection on Tuesday afternoon, following allegations of an assault on a Dhaka College student.

The incident occurred shortly after 1pm, according to sources. Tensions subsided before 3.30pm after army-police joint forces deployed to the area to pacify agitating students and restore public order.

The tension escalated when a student named Pavel, from Dhaka College, was reportedly beaten by students of Ideal College. This triggered a strong reaction from Dhaka College students, who took to the streets armed with sticks, leading to a confrontation between the two groups.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (New Market Zone) Tariq Latif confirmed the incident, saying, “Students of Ideal College allegedly assaulted Pavel. In retaliation, Dhaka College students came out with sticks and attacked them.”