Muhammad Mohiuddin, son of Md. Amanat Ullah from Akbarnagar, Vhaibar Upazila, is currently serving as a Customs Excise & VAT Commissioner in Rangpur after joining the 31st BCS under the special quota for freedom fighters.
Local sources allege that although his father officially held a freedom fighter certificate, he did not participate in the Liberation War and fraudulently obtained the certificate and related financial benefits from the government. Mohiuddin is accused of leveraging his father’s certificate and his own political influence to secure a BCS position in a sensitive civil service role.
Political Background
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Former General Secretary of Haji Muhammad Mohsin Hall Student League, Dhaka University.
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Former Joint Vice-President of Central Student League.
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Served during the tenure of prohibited Student League leaders Sohag and Siddiqui Nazmul Alam.
Alleged Misuse of Position and Wealth Accumulation
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Using his father’s allegedly fake freedom fighter certificate, Mohiuddin allegedly created a false certificate in his father’s name.
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He reportedly built a luxurious house in his hometown at a cost of ~1 crore BDT.
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Purchased a luxury flat in Dhanmondi, Dhaka (~6–8 crore BDT), with DPDIC ID 0901187937.
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Acquired 9.2% land in Gazipur and owns a high-end car (Dhaka Metro-G 471302).
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Alleged illegal transactions through Dutch Bangla, Agrani Bank, and bKash accounts.
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These assets are claimed to exceed what is legally attainable for a BCS officer in such a short time.
Influence in Employment
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Allegedly used political influence and the father’s certificate to secure a job in Bangladesh Railway for his younger brother, Nuruddin.
Administrative Allegations
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Some Customs officials claim Mohiuddin exerts undue influence in departmental decisions, leveraging political connections during the Awami League government tenure.
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A senior Customs officer mentioned that if allegations are verified, legal action will be taken.
Mohiuddin’s Response
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He denies wrongdoing, stating that all documents are authentic and questions are being raised only after 13–14 years of service.
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He refused to comment further regarding political influence and terminated the phone conversation.
This case has sparked concern over the misuse of freedom fighter certificates and political influence in civil service appointments, highlighting the need for thorough verification and accountability.