A video showing Mofizul Islam, the land assistant officer (tahsildar) of Jambaria Union in Bholahat upazila, Chapainawabganj, allegedly taking bribes for land-related services has gone viral on social media. The footage shows him receiving money from a service recipient inside the union land office and putting it in his pocket. The video’s circulation has sparked widespread discussion and criticism in the area.

Several service seekers accused the union land office of openly engaging in bribery, claiming that no work is done without payment. One complainant said he was forced to pay Tk 9,000 for two deeds, while another person identifying himself as a broker described varying rates for different services. When contacted, Mofizul Islam declined to comment and referred inquiries to the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO).

Bholahat UNO Nahid Hossain confirmed that a preliminary investigation is underway. He said the administration will verify the authenticity of the viral video and take legal action if the allegations are proven true.