Prime Minister Orders Minister Ishraque Hossain’s Resignation After Firearm Controversy
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has instructed State Minister Ishraque Hossain to resign. This decision follows a recent and widespread controversy. Mr. Hossain was seen carrying a firearm. He used the weapon during an anti-narcotics operation. This incident has drawn significant public attention.
The event took place on Saturday. Mr. Hossain participated in an anti-narcotics operation. This operation was in Gandaria, a part of Dhaka. During the operation, he was seen openly raising a firearm. Other individuals accompanying Mr. Hossain also carried weapons. This public display of firearms created a stir.
A video recording of the incident quickly appeared online. It spread rapidly across various social media platforms. The video sparked widespread public debate. Many people voiced strong criticism. They questioned the minister’s actions. This swift public reaction highlighted the seriousness of the situation.
The incident also caused considerable concern within political circles. It led to unease inside the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). This is Mr. Hossain’s own political party. The government itself also experienced discomfort. The issue created internal difficulties for both the party and the administration.
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman took quick action. He summoned State Minister Ishraque Hossain. This meeting occurred after a cabinet meeting. The cabinet meeting was held at the Secretariat. It took place on Sunday afternoon. During their meeting, the Prime Minister told Mr. Hossain to resign from his cabinet position. This direct instruction came just one day after the controversial incident.
Several senior sources close to the government confirmed this instruction. They spoke about the Prime Minister’s clear decision. However, as of Sunday night, no official statement had been issued. No responsible government representative has yet confirmed the resignation publicly. The government has not released any formal announcement on the matter.
