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Corruption and misconduct investigations in Bangladesh
Overview
Government officials and law enforcement personnel in Bangladesh have faced disciplinary measures following investigations into corruption and financial misconduct.
In Habiganj, two officers from the Chunarughat Police Station faced action after videos surfaced showing alleged bribery. Assistant Sub-Inspector Mohammad Ilias Hossain was withdrawn from duty after claiming to have purchased his uniform with bribe money, while Assistant Sub-Inspector Atanu Banik was implicated in footage involving a complainant paying money to meet a demand.
Additionally, the Ministry of Home Affairs took action against senior officials for fraud. Md Abdul Fattah, a former jailor, was dismissed for embezzling Tk1.33 crore from prison food supply funds through fraudulent billing. Dulal Krishna Saha, a chief chemical examiner, was ordered into compulsory retirement following allegations of fraudulent travel allowance claims.
Entities
Bangladesh Public Service Commission · Atanu Banik · Department of Narcotics Control · Habiganj Police Lines · Ilias Hossain
Timeline
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[CRIME] 4 sourcesBangladesh officials face dismissal over corruption and fraud
Bangladesh's Ministry of Home Affairs has dismissed a former jailor for embezzling Tk1.33 crore and ordered the compulsory retirement of a narcotics control official over fraudulent travel claims.
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[CRIME] 4 sourcesHabiganj police officers face action over viral bribery videos
Two police officers in Habiganj, Bangladesh, have been disciplined following viral videos showing alleged bribery and explicit remarks regarding corruption within the force.
Sources
banglamirrornews.com · examiner.com.au · kishoralo.com · libertyonlinetv.com · sangbad.net · sierraleonemonitor.com · tob.news