Dhaka, Jan 27, (V7N) - Dr. Enamur Rahman, the former State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief under the Sheikh Hasina government, was arrested by police late on Sunday, January 26, in Dhaka.

The arrest occurred around midnight in the Bashundhara residential area, with the Dhaka Metropolitan Detective Police (DB) carrying out the operation. DB Chief Rezaul Karim Mallik confirmed the arrest, stating that Dr. Rahman was taken into custody at approximately 12 AM from the Bashundhara area.

According to the DB Chief, Dr. Enamur Rahman is facing multiple serious charges, including a murder case. He is also accused in several other criminal cases, and his arrest follows investigations into these allegations.

Dr. Enamur Rahman had served as the State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief for many years. His arrest has attracted significant attention, and details about the specific charges against him are still emerging.

The arrest is seen as a significant development in both the political and legal arenas, given Dr. Enamur Rahman’s prominence as a political figure within the ruling government. His arrest is expected to have broader implications as legal proceedings continue.

While the police have yet to provide further details on the specific charges, investigations into the matter are ongoing.