In Kendua upazila of Netrokona, Bangladesh, a loan sharking operation disguised as a cooperative society has left many residents financially ruined. Locals allege that Rafiqul Alam, head of the unregistered 'Rural Unique Progressive Association', lends money at exorbitant interest rates, taking blank cheques as security. When borrowers fail to repay, he allegedly files false cheque dishonor cases for inflated amounts. One victim, Shirin Akhter, mother of two disabled children, was sentenced to one year in jail after failing to repay a small loan. Her family now struggles to care for the children. Several others have fled their homes to avoid arrest. Local officials confirmed the group is unregistered and promised investigation if formal complaints are filed. Residents demand strict action against the fraudulent moneylending network.