Maulana Mujaffar Ahmad Jubayer, an imam from Feni who was proven innocent through DNA testing after serving jail time in a rape case, has lost his mental stability and is now receiving treatment at a psychiatric hospital in Dhaka. The incident occurred last Thursday when he became aggressive at a relative’s home, prompting police intervention and his transfer to the National Institute of Mental Health. Due to the absence of an ID and legal guardian, he was later admitted to a specialized hospital in Adabor.

According to the report, Jubayer’s mental breakdown followed prolonged social humiliation and legal struggles despite being cleared of all charges. The case against him began in November 2024 when a student’s family accused him of rape, leading to his arrest and loss of employment. A forensic investigation later revealed he was falsely implicated, and the girl’s brother was identified as the real perpetrator.

Days before his illness, Jubayer held a press conference demanding reinstatement, punishment for conspirators, and compensation for his losses. Political leaders expressed solidarity with his demands.