Published : 13 Mar 2026, 12:41 AM
Updated : 21 Aug 2026, 03:27 PM
A Dhaka court has denied bail to AKM Jamal Uddin, a professor of sociology at Dhaka University, in a case filed under the Anti-Terrorism Act.
Dhaka's Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Jashita Islam passed the order on Thursday, said defence lawyer Golam Rabbani.
Additional Public Prosecutor Muhammad Shamsuddoha Suman opposed the bail plea.
Paltan Police arrested the professor at Gulistan Zero Point while taking part in a programme titled “Bangabandhu Peace March-2026” on Wednesday morning.
The defence also sought division status for Jamal Uddin in prison.
The court directed jail authorities to take necessary steps in line with prison regulations.
Jamal Uddin, known for his alignment with the pro-Awami League Blue Panel at the university, previously drew attention after he was harassed on campus in December.
Following the Feb 12 general election, he was harassed again on Feb 15 while attempting to hold a “mass mourning” programme at Bangabandhu’s residence in Dhanmondi 32.
Paltan Model Police Sub Inspector Rafi Ahmed filed the case against him on Wednesday, allegedly for participating in “anti-government and anti-state processions”, disrupting state security and destroying state property.
