Sadeeq Agro, infamous for its high-priced cattle and the ‘15 lakh taka goat’ controversy, was razed on June 27, 2024. Following the political upheaval on August 5, 2024, several individuals have claimed ownership of the land. Locals question how a multi-storey building is being constructed on the same land that was reclaimed due to canal encroachment.
On Wednesday (August 25), a field visit revealed that the cleared land has been divided into four plots. The first and second plots on the western side host auto-rickshaw garages, the third plot is vacant, and the fourth is seeing the construction of a 10-storey building. These plots are located outside the DNCC’s boundary pillars, within the housing area.
Abdul Alim Talukder claims ownership of the first plot. The second plot is claimed by Shahana Azad, widow of the late Abul Kalam Azad, and her two sons through inheritance. The third plot is claimed by Basir Ahmed, while Mohammad Ali Akand claims the fourth plot, where the building is being constructed. Locals confirm that Sadeeq Agro’s Imran Ahmed had leased the land from these individuals.
Sadeeq Agro’s manager, Zahid Uddin, alleges the farm was evicted due to personal vendettas. He said, “The land is privately owned. We were targeted to tarnish our reputation.”
Sadek Hossain, security supervisor of Satmasjid Housing Society, echoed this, stating, “This was never canal land. The eviction was driven by personal disputes.”
The 10-storey building is being constructed by Rupokar Builders Limited under an agreement with Mohammad Ali Akand. Site engineer Md. Bayezid Ahmed said work began in November 2024. A banner at the site indicates an application for approval was submitted to RAJUK on August 12, 2025.
Local resident Md. Shahin, who runs an auto-rickshaw garage, said he leased the first plot from Alim Talukder for 20,000 taka. He alleged that conflicts between Sadeeq Agro’s owner and local leaders, including former Ward 33 councilor Asif Ahmed, led to the eviction.
Ismail Hossain Mintu, a shareholder in one plot, said, “This is private land, part of a society with 10 members.” Mohammad Ali Akand also insisted his 8-katha plot is privately owned, claiming to have all updated documents.
Local tea stall owner Jasim Alam alleged the eviction stemmed from disputes with local leaders. Resident Md. Jewel noted that the farm employed around 500 people, many of whom lost their jobs post-eviction.
Around 20 families had lived on the filled canal land for years. After last year’s eviction, some relocated, but 8–10 families have returned, rebuilding makeshift homes. Babul Hossain, a resident, said, “We’ve been here for 16 years. After the eviction, we lived on the streets for months.”
When contacted, DNCC’s Regional Executive Officer for Zone-5, Md. Sadekur Rahman, said, “I’m new here and unaware of this issue. I’ll look into it.”
