July 24, 2026
The economist has been denied release from jail due to the case
The case stems from a shooting in Dhaka’s Nilkhet during the 2024 protests
Petition alleges he was detained arbitrarily, illegally and with intent to harass, humiliate and subject him to undue hardship
Abul Barkat is currently in jail in connection with the case
The ACC says Tk 5.31 billion was misappropriated from Janata Bank under the guise of loans, which with interest has now grown to Tk 11.30 billion
Colleagues greet ex-Janata Bank chief Abul Barkat as he leaves his prison van
Supporters cite his “serious health conditions and lack of concrete evidence” as grounds for release
The court has granted three days for questioning him
