An allegation has been raised that paddy seedlings were forcibly planted on disputed land in Ishwarganj, Mymensingh, in violation of a Section 144 restriction imposed by a court. The incident reportedly took place on Monday (August 10) in Narayanpur village under Magtula Union of the upazila.

According to sources, a case (Case No. 862/2026) has been filed before the Additional District Magistrate’s Court in Mymensingh over 14.90 decimals of land under BRS Khatian No. 25 and Dag No. 677 in Narayanpur village.

Following the case, the court on June 30, 2026, issued notices to both parties under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, directing them to maintain peace and order over the disputed property.

In accordance with the court’s directive, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Mosharraf Hossain of Ishwarganj Police Station warned both parties that strict legal action would be taken if the restriction was violated.

Sohel Mia, 38, of Narayanpur village, alleged that despite the court’s clear directive, Abdul Hai, 60, of the same village, forcibly planted paddy seedlings on the disputed land in violation of the restriction. He further claimed that Abdul Hai was seen planting paddy seedlings on the land during a visit to the site on Monday afternoon.

The complainant’s side said they would soon submit a written complaint to the court regarding the alleged violation of the court order.

Abdul Hai, however, denied the allegation, saying, “The land was purchased by me, and I have been possessing and using it for a long time. I am carrying out agricultural work in compliance with the court’s restriction. This particular portion of the land is not covered by the restriction.”

Officer-in-Charge (OC) of Ishwarganj Police Station, Robiul Azam, said, “If anyone violates the court’s restriction or attempts to deteriorate the law-and-order situation, necessary legal action will be taken following an investigation.”

As part of the next proceedings in the case, both parties have been directed to appear before the court on August 24, 2026, with the necessary documents.