June 17, 2026
Union council polls may start first, followed by phased local elections, the local government minister says
The former secretary replaces Abdus Salam, who resigned amid money laundering allegations
Abdus Salam Bepari quits following allegations of money laundering and overseas asset purchases
The transfer follows ongoing political changes and earlier disruptions at Dhaka South City Corporation
The suspension order cites his failure to deliver an inquiry report into corruption allegations linked to a water supply project of WASA
Alongside the budget hike, the project’s deadline has been pushed to 2027
