The Bangladesh Parliament Secretariat has announced the formation of a high-level investigation committee to look into allegations of financial irregularities regarding parliamentary procurements.
According to a press release issued on April 19, 2026, the authorities took notice of reports published in a national daily and various online portals titled “Horiloot (Plunder) in Parliament Purchasing.” The reports alleged significant corruption and mismanagement in the procurement processes of the Parliament Secretariat.
Key Actions Taken:
- Investigation Committee: A high-level committee will be formed shortly to conduct a thorough inquiry into the claims.
- Payment Suspension: The Secretariat has officially stated that all outstanding bills related to the disputed procurements will be withheld until the committee submits its final report.
The press release was signed by Md. Monir Hossain, Director (Public Relations) of the Jatiya Sangsad Secretariat.
The move is seen as an effort to ensure transparency and accountability within the legislative body’s administrative functions following the media’s whistleblowing. The specific timeframe for the investigation and the names of the committee members are expected to be announced in the coming days.
