Abdur Rahman Bodi (Bengali: আব্দুর রহমান বডি) is a Bangladeshi politician affiliated with the Bangladesh Awami League. He has been serving as the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Patuakhali‑3 constituency since the 2008 general election, securing re‑election in the 2014 and 2018 elections.
Early life and education
Details about Bodi’s early life, including his exact date of birth and educational background, are not extensively documented in widely available encyclopedic sources.
Political career
- Parliamentary service: Bodi was first elected to the Jatiya Sangsad (national parliament) in the 9th parliamentary election held in December 2008. He retained his seat in the 10th (2014) and 11th (2018) parliamentary elections, representing the Patuakhali‑3 constituency, which encompasses parts of the coastal Patuakhali District in southern Bangladesh.
- Party affiliation: He is a member of the Bangladesh Awami League, the country’s ruling party since 2009.
Legal controversies
In October 2019, the Anti‑Corruption Commission (ACC) of Bangladesh arrested Bodi on multiple charges, including alleged tax evasion, money laundering, and possession of undisclosed assets. He was detained for several weeks before being released on bail. The ACC’s investigations have been reported by major Bangladeshi news outlets, though final judicial outcomes have not been publicly detailed as of the latest available information.
Personal life
Public records indicate that Bodi is married and has children, but further personal details are limited in reliable encyclopedic references.
References
- Election Commission of Bangladesh – official results for the 2008, 2014, and 2018 parliamentary elections.
- Reports from Bangladeshi national newspapers on the ACC investigation and bail proceedings (October 2019).
Note: While Abdur Rahman Bodi is a recognized political figure in Bangladesh, detailed biographical data such as precise birthdate, education, and comprehensive legal outcomes are not broadly documented in standard encyclopedic sources.
