Summary:
- Asaduzzaman Hiru, claiming to be the foster son of former Awami League general secretary Obaidul Quader, was arrested on January 15, 2025, in Dhaka for a murder case filed at Badda police station.
- The arrest was confirmed by Gulshan police, who detained Hiru at midnight, with additional allegations of his involvement in financing anti-government student activities.
- Hiru’s alleged ties to Obaidul Quader have drawn significant public attention amidst ongoing political tensions in Bangladesh.
- Further investigations are underway regarding his role in the murder case and alleged financial support for anti-discrimination movements.
Dhaka, Bangladesh – Asaduzzaman Hiru, who claims to be the foster son of former Awami League general secretary and ex-Minister of Road Transport and Bridges, Obaidul Quader, has been arrested in connection with a murder case. The arrest was made by Gulshan police late on the night of January 15, 2025, as confirmed by Amin Hossain, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Dhaka Metropolitan Police’s Gulshan Division.
The case in question was filed at Badda police station, although specific details regarding the victim or circumstances of the alleged crime have yet to be disclosed. In addition to the murder charges, sources from Gulshan police station have revealed that Hiru is also implicated in financing activities against the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, a group that has been at the forefront of recent political unrest in Bangladesh.
The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement has been a significant force in Bangladesh’s political landscape over the past year, particularly during the July 2024 mass protests that led to the resignation of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. These protests, which erupted over grievances including a controversial quota system and alleged government corruption, resulted in violent clashes and significant loss of life. Obaidul Quader himself has faced allegations of crimes against humanity related to his role during these events.
Hiru’s arrest adds another layer of complexity to ongoing investigations into the aftermath of these protests. While his exact relationship with Obaidul Quader remains unclear, his self-identification as Quader’s foster son has drawn considerable public attention. This development also highlights broader concerns about potential links between political figures and criminal activities in Bangladesh.
Authorities have not yet provided additional details about Hiru’s involvement in either the murder case or his alleged financial support for anti-government activities. Investigations are ongoing, and further updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Source: TBS News
