In a significant crackdown, the Rapid Action Battalion-6 (RAB-6) has arrested a 25-year-old man, Abu Hanif, in Keshabpur, Jashore, for possessing counterfeit currency along with an extensive array of equipment used to produce fake notes. The operation took place on Monday (22 December) in the Magurkhali Bazar area of the upazila.
According to RAB-6 sources, a specialised team from the Satkhira Camp (CPC-1) conducted the raid following a tip-off. Abu Hanif was apprehended in a suspicious manner, and a subsequent search of his belongings revealed counterfeit notes worth 81,800 Taka. In addition to the currency, various tools and equipment intended for producing fake banknotes were also seized.
Abu Hanif, a resident of Kandarpur village in Keshabpur, is the son of Surat Ali Molla. During initial questioning, he admitted to being involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit currency. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation to identify other members of the network involved in this illicit trade.
RAB officials emphasised that counterfeit currency poses a severe threat to the national economy. They assured the public that intelligence-driven surveillance and targeted operations will continue to curb such crimes. Legal proceedings against the arrested individual are underway, and he is expected to be handed over to the relevant local police station shortly.
Local residents have expressed relief at the arrest, stating that such operations help protect ordinary citizens from financial fraud. Many have called for more frequent and vigorous raids to ensure that counterfeit currency circulation is effectively curtailed.
The key details of the incident are summarised in the following table:
| Detail | Information |
| Name of Arrested | Abu Hanif, 25 years old |
| Village/Upazila | Kandarpur, Keshabpur, Jashore |
| Date and Time of Arrest | 22 December 2025, afternoon |
| Arresting Authority | RAB-6, Satkhira Camp (CPC-1) |
| Counterfeit Currency Seized | 81,800 Taka worth |
| Equipment Seized | Tools and machinery for producing fake notes |
| Confession | Admitted involvement in counterfeiting |
| Investigation | Ongoing to identify other network members |
| Local Reaction | Relief among residents, calls for more raids |
Authorities have reiterated that the production and circulation of counterfeit currency not only undermine economic stability but also jeopardise public trust. The RAB has pledged to maintain a robust surveillance system and conduct regular operations to prevent similar offences in the future.
Residents have welcomed the operation, highlighting that the prevalence of counterfeit currency in rural markets has often left ordinary citizens vulnerable to fraud. They hope that continued vigilance will deter criminals and restore confidence in the financial system.