- The ACC files three lawsuits over plot allocation abuse.
- Sheikh Rehana and her children are implicated.
- UK MP Tulip Siddiq and Sheikh Hasina are also named.
- The charges include concealing property and misuse of power.
- The case highlights alleged corruption in the ruling family.
- DHAKA, January 16, 2025 – The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed lawsuits against Sheikh Rehana and her family members. The accusations include hiding property information and illegally obtaining plot allocations in Purbachal, Dhaka.
DHAKA, January 16, 2025 – The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed lawsuits against Sheikh Rehana and her family members. The accusations include hiding property information and illegally obtaining plot allocations in Purbachal, Dhaka.
The commission revealed the details during a press conference. Sheikh Rehana, the sister of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, allegedly received a plot while failing to disclose her existing property in Dhaka.
Plot Allocation Scandal: Family Involvement and Alleged Abuse of Power
The ACC investigation reveals that Sheikh Rehana hid ownership of a residence in RAJUK’s jurisdiction. This is significant because the law prevents individuals with property in the area from receiving government land allocations.
Additionally, Tulip Rizwana Siddiq, a UK MP, allegedly used her political influence to pressure the government. She reportedly pushed for a plot to be granted to her mother, Sheikh Rehana, taking advantage of her position.
The lawsuits also involve multiple family members, including Azmina Siddiq (Ruponti) and Radwan Mujib Siddiq. The ACC has filed charges against them for hiding property ownership, adding to the growing list of accused individuals.
In total, 16 people, including Sheikh Hasina and Tulip Siddiq, are implicated. They face charges of using their power to secure government land allocations through unlawful means.
Political Influence and Corruption
The ACC also investigates how political influence may have shaped these land allocations. Critics argue that the ruling family used their political power for personal gain. These claims, if proven true, suggest serious corruption within the government.
Supporters of Sheikh Hasina and her family dispute the allegations. They claim the charges are politically motivated and lack evidence. Nevertheless, the ACC’s investigation is ongoing and may lead to further legal actions.
Corruption Allegations and Their Impact on Bangladesh’s Leadership
The ongoing lawsuits could have significant consequences for the ruling Awami League. If the accusations are proven true, they may tarnish the party’s reputation and erode public trust in the government’s commitment to fighting corruption.
Earlier, the ACC filed a case against Sheikh Hasina and her daughter Saima Wazed. The case focuses on the alleged irregular allocation of six plots in Purbachal, where political favors were reportedly exchanged for land grants.
These legal battles against Sheikh Rehana, Sheikh Hasina, and other family members highlight ongoing corruption concerns within Bangladesh’s ruling elite. The ACC’s actions mark a critical step toward holding those in power accountable for their misuse of authority.