Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) Administrator Md Shafiqul Islam Khan on Saturday said his administration has maintained a zero-tolerance stance against tender-related irregularities and other illegal activities since he assumed office.
His remarks came while handing over two individuals, allegedly involved in fraudulent tender-related activities, to Rupnagar Police Station after they were detained in the Rupnagar area under DNCC's Zone-5.
The administrator said evidence emerged that a group had long been engaged in illegal financial transactions by using his name and promising to secure tenders from the city corporation.
“Neither my relatives nor any of my associates are involved in such activities,” he said.
He urged the public not to be misled by anyone claiming influence over DNCC tenders in his name.
“If anyone is found carrying out tender-related irregularities or other illegal activities using my name, they should be caught and handed over to the law,” he said.
He also called on city residents to remain vigilant against such fraud.
According to DNCC officials, allegations surfaced that a group of fraudsters was involved in illegal transactions by promising work orders through tender notices published on the corporation’s website.
Following an investigation into the allegations, police allegedly caught the two suspects red-handed on Saturday and handed them over to Rupnagar Police Station for legal action.