Bangladesh, July 23 -- The government has initiated the process of compulsorily retiring 17 more senior Bangladesh Police officers over allegations of political bias, corruption, abuse of office and misconduct during the previous Awami League administration, including claims that three female officers played roles in incidents involving former Prime Minister and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia in 2018.Bangladesh Business Analysis

According to multiple officials at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) and the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Home Ministry has forwarded the names of the 17 officers to the PMO, seeking approval to proceed with the action. A formal notification is expected once the proposal receives final approval.

The officers, who jo...