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In a shocking turn of events, Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and six high-ranking officials from her administration are now at the center of a murder investigation. The Dhaka Metropolitan Court has ordered police to open a case following the death of a civilian during recent civil unrest.
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This development comes just days after Hasina’s dramatic departure from power. The 76-year-old ex-premier reportedly left the country by helicopter, seeking refuge in neighboring India as protesters filled Dhaka’s streets, marking the end of her firm grip on power.
The case, filed by lawyer Mamun Mia on behalf of a private citizen, names several key figures:
- Sheikh Hasina, former Prime Minister
- Asaduzzaman Khan, ex-home minister
- Obaidul Quader, Awami League party general secretary
- Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, former police inspector general
- Harun-or-Rashid, detective branch chief
- Habibur Rahman and Biplob Kumar Sarker, senior Dhaka Metropolitan Police officers
This legal action represents the initial step in Bangladesh’s criminal investigation process. The court’s decision to accept the case signals a potential shift in the country’s political landscape, as authorities begin to examine the actions of the previous administration.
The investigation focuses on the police killing of a civilian during last month’s widespread civil unrest. This incident has become a flashpoint in the ongoing political tensions gripping the nation.
As Bangladesh grapples with this latest development, the international community watches closely. The outcome of this investigation could have far-reaching implications for the country’s political future and its relationships with regional powers.
Stay tuned for updates on this rapidly evolving story that’s shaking the foundations of Bangladesh’s political establishment.
