Police have arrested Nur Alam (56), a close associate of former Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi and a leader of the Awami League, during a raid in Rangpur.
The arrest was made on Monday at around 9:45 pm from the Mahiganj area of Rangpur city. According to law enforcement sources, the operation was conducted as part of a coordinated crackdown in the locality.
Nur Alam is known to be the general secretary of the Kalayani Union unit of the Awami League in Pirgachha Upazila. He was also previously removed from his position as chairman of the No. 1 Kalayani Union Parishad. Locally, he has been identified as a close political associate of former Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi and is reportedly referred to as his “adopted son” in the area.
Police stated that following the political changeover, Nur Alam had been in hiding. Authorities further confirmed that several cases have been filed against him, including allegations of murder and attempted murder linked to incidents during the anti-discrimination student movement.
After his arrest, he was taken into custody by the Mahiganj Metropolitan Police Station. Law enforcement officials have indicated that he will be produced before a court on Tuesday, 5 May.
Key details of the arrest
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of accused | Nur Alam (56) |
| Political affiliation | Awami League leader |
| Position | General Secretary, Kalayani Union Awami League |
| Previous post | Former Chairman, Kalayani Union Parishad (removed) |
| Alleged association | Close aide of former Commerce Minister Tipu Munshi |
| Date of arrest | Monday, 4 May |
| Time of arrest | Around 9:45 pm |
| Location | Mahiganj area, Rangpur |
| Arresting authority | Police (Mahiganj Metropolitan area operation) |
| Charges | Multiple cases including murder and attempted murder |
| Court appearance | Scheduled for Tuesday, 5 May |
Police have not released further details regarding the specific incidents tied to the cases, but confirmed that investigations are ongoing. The arrest forms part of wider legal proceedings involving individuals accused in cases related to violence during the anti-discrimination student movement.
Authorities have stated that Nur Alam will be produced before the court under standard legal procedures, where further remand or custody decisions are expected to be taken.
