Businessman says justice has prevailed, seeks removal of defamatory records
In a major legal development, a Bangladeshi court has given a clean chit to prominent businessman Tanvir, declaring all allegations against him to be fabricated, malicious, and politically motivated. The ruling marks a significant victory for the entrepreneur, who had long maintained that the charges were part of a targeted extortion campaign.
The court observed that the accusations had “no legal merit” and appeared to be part of a broader pattern of harassment aimed at business leaders under the current unelected regime. Tanvir’s legal counsel also released a formal certification confirming his full compliance with national laws and the absence of any pending investigations.
‘Malicious campaign aimed at defamation’
Tanvir was accused of financial misconduct and other charges which, according to his lawyers, were amplified through paid stories in fringe publications. These stories, they allege, were planted to lend credibility to false narratives and tarnish his reputation during a period of political instability.
“This verdict proves what we have been saying all along — that this was a politically engineered effort to damage my reputation and extort me,” Tanvir said in a statement following the ruling.
Backdrop of political unrest
The case unfolds against the backdrop of rising tension in Bangladesh’s private sector since the unelected regime came to power on August 5. Business leaders have reported a spike in arbitrary arrests, raids, and asset seizures — often without formal legal processes.
Among the troubling trends observed:
• Legal system used as a tool to coerce business figures without credible evidence.
• Widespread raids by security forces, often resulting in frozen accounts and seized properties.
• Media manipulation through fringe outlets to legitimise false allegations.
• Investor confidence plummeting, with billions in capital leaving the country amid fears of repression.
Formal request for record correction
Following his exoneration, Tanvir has formally appealed to all relevant regulatory and financial institutions to:
1. Officially acknowledge the court ruling.
2. Remove all false allegations from databases and due diligence reports.
3. Dismiss any media content sourced from manipulated or paid outlets.
“All necessary legal documents, including the full court order and our legal certification, have been made available,” his legal team stated. “These false claims must not be allowed to affect business or compliance decisions going forward.”
Hope for business community
Tanvir’s case is being seen as a rare example of judicial independence during turbulent times. Many in the business community have welcomed the verdict as a positive signal, while also expressing concern about the broader erosion of institutional safeguards in the country.
With his name legally cleared, Tanvir is expected to resume his business activities and continue advocating for transparency, legal reform, and protection of economic rights in Bangladesh.
