The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has filed a case against former state minister Meher Afroz Chumki for allegedly acquiring illegal wealth that is disproportionate to her known income sources.

ACC Director General Akhter Hossain revealed in a press briefing Tuesday that the former state minister, who held a prominent position in the government, had accumulated assets worth approximately Tk 5.27 crore through illicit means. Chumki, who served as the state minister for social welfare, allegedly exploited her position to amass wealth beyond her legitimate income.

According to ACC findings, Chumki's financial dealings were not only inconsistent with her declared income but also involved suspicious transactions across multiple bank accounts. Investigations revealed deposits totalling Tk 12.32 crore, along with transactions amounting to Tk 9.99 crore across nine different accounts, which raised red flags about the legitimacy of these funds.

The ACC's probe also uncovered discrepancies between her known assets and the properties she has accumulated, suggesting the possibility of money laundering and other financial crimes.

Chumki, who served in various governmental roles, is now under investigation for her alleged involvement in these illicit activities. The case comes at a time when the ACC is intensifying its efforts to combat corruption among high-ranking public officials.

As the investigation continues, the ACC is expected to further scrutinize her financial records and trace the origins of the questionable funds. The case has already sparked public interest, with many calling for swift action to hold those responsible for corruption accountable.