Politician Engineer Mosharraf granted conditional release
Mosharraf Hossain, a seven-time elected lawmaker from Chattogram-1 and former minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism, as well as Minister of Housing and Public Works, was released from jail on August 14, 2025, following the granting of bail in all 12 cases filed against him.
The cases against Mosharraf Hossain were related to allegations stemming from attacks on protesters during the July uprising of the previous year, leading to his arrest on October 27, 2024. While the specifics of each case have not been disclosed, the overarching context involves unrest-related matters.
Mosharraf Hossain was granted bail in all these cases, likely due to the courts accepting the bail applications, possibly considering health, legal merits, or other procedural factors. His release was confirmed by Keraniganj Jail Superintendent AKM Masum, who noted the withdrawal of jail security after his release.
Throughout his political career, Mosharraf Hossain has been a prominent figure in Bangladeshi politics, serving as a seven-time elected MP for Chattogram-1 and holding key ministerial positions. His son was also elected MP from the same constituency in 2024, indicating continued political influence in the family.
In summary, Mosharraf Hossain faced 12 cases linked to attacks on protesters during the 2024 July uprising. He was arrested in October 2024 and remained in jail until August 2025. Bail was granted in all 12 cases, with the last bail order coming from Paltan Police Station. He was released due to bail approvals and after hospital admission for severe age-related health issues. Official confirmation of his release came from the jail superintendent with all bail documents verified.
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