Dhaka: A court here today ordered the seizure of tax documents of seven influential individuals linked to the former Awami League government, including former commerce minister Tipu Munshi, in connection with graft allegations. This legal action signifies an intensifying investigation into alleged corruption within the previous administration.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the individuals whose tax documents have been ordered to be seized include former state minister for foreign affairs Md Shahriar Alam, former state minister for disaster management and relief Dr Md Enamur Rahman, former Cumilla-11 lawmaker Md Mazibul Hoque, former Pabna-5 lawmaker Golam Faruk Khandakar Prince, retired judge of the Appellate Division Justice AHM Shamsuddin Chowdhury Manik, and Tipu Munshi's wife Irin Malbika Munshi.
Judge Shihabul Islam of the Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge Court passed orders allowing the separate petitions filed by the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). The ACC, in its pleas, stated it has already filed cases over graft charges against the accused and requires access to their tax documents to conduct a thorough investigation.
The anti-graft body emphasized that the seizure of tax documents, which pertain to the fiscal year ending in 2024-25, is essential for the proper examination of the financial dealings of these individuals. The ACC's move underscores its commitment to tackling corruption and ensuring accountability among former government officials.