Allegations have been raised in Satkhira against Shampa Goswami, also known as Chatterjee, director of the NGO Prerona, over alleged irregularities, illegal business activity, money laundering and land grabbing. The report, published on July 26, 2026, says local residents claiming to be affected have submitted written applications to administrative offices seeking a review of the NGO’s registration, an inquiry into Goswami’s sources of wealth, and verification of the allegations. Goswami denied all accusations.

Complainants alleged that she used foreign-funded environmental and social-service work as a cover for activities supporting a banned political party. The report also raises allegations concerning dual citizenship, Indian identity documents and bank accounts, and operating activities without a work permit. Journalist Ahmadullah Bachchu and former lawmaker Mohammad Shahadat Hossain made further allegations about her conduct and activities.

Former parliamentary candidate Dr. Md. Moniruzzaman said conducting business in Bangladesh without a work permit would be a serious offence for a foreign national. District Commissioner Kausar Aziz said authorities would examine written allegations and take legal action if they were substantiated. Goswami said documents including an Indian Aadhaar card were fabricated or forged using AI, and denied allegations of laundering money through hundi.