#0023 | Zahid Maleque - New Bangladesh

Reported By: Bangladesh – Location: Bangladesh

Here are the key allegations against Zahid Maleque:

1. Suspicious Financial Transactions: The Bangladesh Financial Intelligence Unit (BFIU) has ordered the freezing of Zahid Maleque’s bank accounts and those of his family members due to suspicious transactions linked to him and his associates.

2. Violation of Electoral Code: Zahid Maleque is accused of breaching the electoral code of conduct by actively campaigning for his cousin in local elections, which is against party rules. Allegations include:

Disruption of Religious Harmony: He is accused of making provocative statements that have reportedly harmed religious harmony and created distrust among minorities.
Improper Pressure: Maleque is alleged to have pressured party members and local leaders to support his cousin’s candidacy, with threats of losing party positions if they did not comply.

3. Disruptive Campaign Activities: Maleque allegedly held an election meeting where he made divisive statements, and has been accused of interfering in the election process by promoting his cousin.

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Reference:

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