‘I Haven’t Taken a Single Taka in Corruption Since Taking Oath’: Amir Hamza Challenges Fellow MPs

Amir Hamza, Member of Parliament for Kushtia-3 (Sadar), has claimed that he has not been involved in corruption or misappropriation of public funds during the six and a half months since taking his oath of office. He has challenged fellow lawmakers who have served during the same period to make a similar assurance.

Speaking recently, Hamza said he had not engaged in any form of government-related corruption since taking his oath on February 17.

“Since taking the oath on February 17, I can say with a clear conscience that I have not been involved in even one taka of government corruption over the past six and a half months,” he said.

He challenged other lawmakers to make the same claim about their conduct in office.

Hamza further claimed that all 68 lawmakers from Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami would make a similar statement. He added that if the remaining 212 MPs could assure the public that they had not engaged in corruption, he would leave politics.

Calls for Reopening Closed Sugar Mills

The Kushtia-3 MP also raised concerns about Bangladesh’s sugar production and dependence on imports.

According to Hamza, the country requires approximately two million metric tonnes of sugar annually, while low production at state-owned sugar mills has led to substantial imports from abroad.

He argued that reopening closed sugar mills could increase domestic production, reduce dependence on foreign suppliers and help curb the influence of market syndicates.

“We want to increase sugar production by utilising our own resources. Around 720 bighas of land are lying unused under our mill. With so many resources available, why should we have to import sugar from abroad?” he said.

Government Criticised Over Agriculture and Energy Concerns

Hamza also criticised the government over concerns involving fertiliser, seeds, fuel and electricity.

He alleged that despite public concerns about these essential sectors, the government was not paying sufficient attention to resolving the problems. He further accused the authorities of attempting to remain in power through political patronage.

His remarks focused on corruption, the revival of the domestic sugar industry, reducing import dependence and addressing challenges in agriculture and energy.

The allegations and claims made by Hamza have not been independently verified. A response from the government or the other lawmakers mentioned would provide additional context.