A Dhaka court has issued a travel ban against former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and 16 others, including senior Awami League leaders and ex-ministers, in connection with a corruption case involving alleged embezzlement of 3.09 billion taka. The order was delivered by Acting Judge Md Abdullah Al Mamun of the Dhaka Metropolitan Senior Special Judge’s Court following a petition from the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC).

According to the ACC, the accused conspired to misappropriate government funds through inflated billing by Computer Network System Limited, which reportedly caused significant financial losses to the state. The court was informed that the accused might attempt to leave the country, potentially obstructing the investigation and destroying evidence.

The travel restriction marks a significant legal development following the fall of Hasina’s government. Legal analysts suggest the case could set a precedent for future anti-graft proceedings involving high-profile political figures. The ACC is expected to continue its investigation in the coming weeks before filing formal charges.