Former President Ershad's wife Bidisha arrested by police
1-Click Audio Report (Universal Voice)

Bidisha Ershad, wife of former President Hussain Muhammad Ershad, has been arrested by the police from her Baridhara residence following a case filed by Ershad.
- Bidisha was arrested by Gulshan police from her President Park residence in Baridhara.
- Former President Ershad himself filed a theft case against Bidisha.
- Following the arrest, Bidisha was taken to the police station for questioning.
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Police have arrested Bidisha, the second wife of former President Hussain Muhammad Ershad. She was detained from Ershad's residence, 'President Park', located in Baridhara, Dhaka. The operation was conducted by Gulshan police. Authorities stated that the action was taken based on a case filed by Ershad.
According to the police, former President Ershad himself filed the case against Bidisha at Gulshan Police Station. The lawsuit accuses her of stealing money and valuable items from the house. Family disputes between the couple had been ongoing for some time, eventually leading to police investigation and arrest.
The arrest of Bidisha has sparked widespread discussion in the Baridhara area. Her supporters have claimed the arrest is unjust. On the other hand, Ershad's lawyers stated that the police acted in accordance with the law, and the matter would be resolved in court. Police confirmed that further legal actions are being taken.
Following her arrest, Bidisha has been kept at the police station for questioning. Police may present her in court and seek a remand. This incident has triggered fresh discussions about the future of the family and political relationship between Ershad and Bidisha.
“This incident has had a significant impact on the political and social landscape of Bangladesh. It is quite rare for a former president's family dispute to reach the police station and lead to the arrest of his wife. Analysts believe this is not just a family feud, but a reflection of deeper political and personal conflicts.”
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