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Khagrachari Correspondent, CHT News<\/strong>
\nThursday, April 2, 2026<\/p>\n

Tension is rising in Khagrachari after allegations surfaced that the district administration shut down at least 12 shops run by indigenous residents in the Alutila tourist area, citing a lack of proper documents. The move has left many locals frustrated and concerned, with the issue quickly spreading on social media.<\/p>\n

According to local sources, a team led by Deputy Commissioner Md. Anwar Sadat carried out a drive around 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1. During the operation, officials asked shop owners whether they had valid documents and if they owned the land where their shops were located.<\/p>\n

Shopkeepers say the authorities then ordered the closure of several small businesses, claiming they did not have the required paperwork. All of the affected shop owners belong to the Tripura community.<\/p>\n

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Witnesses said that when locals tried to understand why the shops were being shut down, the Deputy Commissioner told them the businesses had been set up illegally and could not continue operating without proper authorization.<\/p>\n

However, those who lost their shops tell a different story. Many say they come from financially struggling families and had no opportunity to secure space inside the main tourist complex. Instead, they built small roadside shops nearby and relied on them as their only source of income.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe were given no warning,\u201d one shopkeeper said. \u201cNo time to prepare, no alternative. Overnight, our only way of earning was taken away.\u201d<\/p>\n

Several affected families described the decision as deeply unfair, even calling it a quiet attempt to cut off their livelihoods.<\/p>\n

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The issue has also sparked debate online. Some users questioned why similar checks are not carried out across all businesses in Khagrachari town, where, they claim, many shops also lack proper documentation. Others have called on the administration to make licensing records public to ensure transparency.<\/p>\n

The timing has added to the anger. With a major indigenous festival approaching, many see the move as especially harsh. Local residents and shopkeepers are now urging authorities to review the decision and find a more balanced solution.<\/p>\n

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