A report by Amar Desh on May 16, 2026, alleges that Abdur Rahim Pramanik, the executive officer (municipal secretary) of Pirganj Municipality in Rangpur, has been involved in extensive irregularities and corruption for over a decade. The investigation claims that Rahim, who has served in the same post since the municipality’s formation, controlled all administrative and financial decisions, allegedly in collusion with former mayor Tajimul Islam Shamim. Complaints submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) accuse Rahim and Shamim of withdrawing about 10 lakh taka from development funds without completing any work.

The report further cites allegations of embezzling nearly five lakh taka from security deposits of several construction firms, including Mrittika Agro Farm and Mahmudunnabi Construction. Contractors and former municipal officials reportedly described Rahim’s influence as absolute, claiming he demanded commissions for bill approvals. A three-member committee was later formed by the Upazila Nirbahi Officer to investigate the allegations.

In response, Abdur Rahim Pramanik denied all accusations, calling them false and politically motivated. He stated that all payments were made following proper procedures and that previous investigations had cleared him of wrongdoing.