Dhaka, Nov. 10 -- A group of protesters carrying bamboo poles and boat oars have blockaded the toll plaza at the southern end of Padma Bridge in Shariatpur's Zajira, setting off more than 100 crude bombs and vandalising vehicles.

The incident occurred around 1am on Tuesday in the Naodoba area, according to Abdul Salam, chief of Padma South Police Station.

Leaders and activists of the Awami League, whose activities have been banned, and its affiliated organisations, the Jubo League and Chhatra League, have been accused of involvement.

Videos circulating on social media show a large crowd gathering in front of the toll plaza and blocking the road.

The protesters could be heard chanting "Joy Bangla", "Joy Bangabandhu" and slogans invokin...