Recent developments surrounding former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s court verdict and the discovery of a large quantity of gold linked to her family have caused significant unease within Bangladesh’s ruling Awami League. Grassroots activists, already facing legal and political pressure, expressed frustration and demoralization over the controversies involving their leader. Analysts suggest that these incidents have exposed deep ethical and accountability issues within the party, undermining its moral authority. Transparency International Bangladesh’s executive director Iftekharuzzaman described the revelations as unsurprising but indicative of long-standing abuse of power and systemic corruption. The situation has reportedly intensified internal debates about leadership direction and the future of the party. Many leaders fear that the accumulation of scandals and lack of clear guidance from the top could further weaken the organization’s unity and credibility, especially as the opposition gains momentum in the political landscape.