Allegation of irregularities in LDDP material distribution in Barlekha, demand for investigation

Allegations of irregularities in the allocation and distribution of materials under the Livestock and Dairy Development Project (LDDP) have been raised against Upazila Livestock Officer Shahed Ahmad in Barlekha, Maulvibazar. Victims have complained that project materials are being attempted to be relocated through opaque processes, ignoring government rules. Leaders of the Purba Dakshinbhag Dairy Producer Group (PG) Association expressed anger over this incident.

According to the complaint, there are two registered groups in Barlekha upazila named Murirhula PG Association and Purba Dakshinbhag Dairy PG Association. However, without informing the Purba Dakshinbhag Dairy PG Association and without following any policy or administrative approval, the Upazila Livestock Officer Shahed Ahmad allegedly tried to misappropriate project allocations and move materials elsewhere on his own decision. On November 8, association leaders submitted a written complaint to the Maulvibazar District Livestock Officer's office.

In addition, copies of the complaint were sent to the Minister of Fisheries and Livestock, the Secretary of the Ministry, the Director General of the Department of Livestock, and the Deputy Commissioner of Maulvibazar, demanding verification of project transparency and administrative action against the accused officer. Beneficiaries have demanded a full audit and verification of every material allocated under LDDP in Barlekha, the list of beneficiaries, and distribution activities.

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