Former Army Major Arrested in Bangladesh After 45 Years Over Alleged Role in President Ziaur Rahman’s Assassination

Bangladesh authorities have reportedly arrested a former army major who had been wanted for nearly 45 years in connection with the assassination of former President Ziaur Rahman in 1981.

According to officials, former Major Mohammad Abdul Majid was taken into custody by Bangladesh police and military intelligence personnel. He had reportedly been sought for decades over his alleged involvement in the assassination case.

The arrest is being seen as a significant development in one of Bangladesh’s most historically and politically sensitive cases. Authorities are expected to proceed with further legal action following the arrest.

Ziaur Rahman Was Assassinated in 1981

According to historical accounts, President Ziaur Rahman was assassinated on May 30, 1981, during an attempted military coup in Chittagong, now officially known as Chattogram.

A group of army officers was accused of involvement in the incident. The assassination sent shockwaves across Bangladesh and triggered a period of intense political uncertainty.

Several people accused in connection with the case were arrested and prosecuted, while others reportedly remained fugitives for years.

Accused Reportedly Remained a Fugitive for Decades

The former army major is reported to have remained out of the reach of authorities for decades. Despite continued efforts to locate him, his whereabouts had reportedly remained unknown for around 45 years.

Following his arrest, authorities are now expected to initiate the necessary legal proceedings in accordance with Bangladesh’s laws.

Politically Significant Case in Bangladesh

The assassination of Ziaur Rahman remains one of the most significant events in Bangladesh’s political history. Ziaur Rahman was also the founder of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), which has remained one of the country’s major political parties.

The latest development has therefore attracted attention not only because of the historical nature of the case but also because of its political significance.

Authorities Expected to Take Further Legal Action

Officials are expected to present the arrested former army officer before the appropriate court and proceed according to legal requirements.

As the case involves events dating back more than four decades, further details regarding the allegations, the accused’s legal status and the next steps in the proceedings are expected to emerge through official statements and court proceedings.

The arrest has once again brought attention to the 1981 assassination of Ziaur Rahman and one of the most consequential chapters in Bangladesh’s political history.