A 72-hour roads and waterways blockade has been enforced in protest against the recent attacks, arson, and violence in Khagrachhari and Rangamati hill districts. No long-distance vehicles have left Khagrachhari, although some light vehicles were seen operating within the town as the day progressed, reports out Khagrachhari correspondent. Superintendent of Police of
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