A local leader of the Jubo Dal in Jhenaidah has been temporarily expelled after an audio recording of him allegedly demanding extortion money went viral on social media. The decision was made on July 2 by the Jhenaidah district unit of the Bangladesh Jatiyatabadi Jubo Dal following an emergency meeting. The expelled leader, Atiar Rahman, was a member of the convening committee of the Jhenaidah Sadar Upazila Jubo Dal.

According to the report, the audio clip featured Atiar Rahman demanding five lakh taka from a member of the minority community and threatening severe consequences if the demand was not met. The recording sparked widespread anger and fear among local residents and caused significant controversy in the political arena, damaging the party’s image.

A press release signed by district office secretary Mashiur Rahman confirmed that Atiar Rahman was found guilty of violating party discipline and engaging in criminal activity. Acting on the instructions of the district president and general secretary, he was expelled from all party positions with immediate effect.