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Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 13th August 2025, 3:19 PM
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is set to launch an operation to recover stolen stones in Bholaganj, Sylhet.
This was confirmed to the media on Wednesday, 13 August, by Tanzir Ahmed, Assistant Director (Public Relations) of the ACC.
Reason for the Operation
According to Tanzir Ahmed, the operation follows allegations of damage to state resources through illegal stone extraction in the Bholaganj Sadapathor area of Companiganj Upazila, Sylhet. Investigations revealed that local administration and unscrupulous political figures were allegedly involved in facilitating the unlawful removal of these stones.
| Issue | Details |
| Location | Bholaganj Sadapathor area, Companiganj Upazila, Sylhet |
| Allegation | Illegal extraction of stones causing damage to state resources |
| Suspected Actors | Local administration and unscrupulous political figures |
| Authority | Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) |
| Operation Leadership | Officers from the Sylhet Coordinated Office of ACC |
| Timing | Operation to begin shortly after announcement on 13 August |
The ACC has decided to conduct an enforcement operation to recover the stolen stones. The operation will be led by officials from the Sylhet Coordinated Office of the ACC and is expected to begin shortly.
Social Media Attention
The previous night, Tuesday, 12 August, videos showing hundreds of trucks transporting the stones circulated widely on social media, drawing public attention and prompting immediate action from the ACC.
This operation highlights the commission’s commitment to protecting state resources and curbing collusion in illegal activities.
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