Mahmuda Mitu, a lawmaker of the National Citizens' Party (NCP), has said she has been facing direct death threats for the past seven days. She made the disclosure in a statement on Friday evening, urging authorities to take immediate security measures.
Nature of the threats
In her statement, Mitu said she has been receiving death threats through various channels over the last week. She noted that the threats were directly aimed at her life. However, she did not immediately provide details about the source of the threats or any specific incidents.Demand for security
The lawmaker said she is under serious security risk due to these threats. She called upon the law enforcement agencies and the administration to take swift action and ensure her safety. As of now, no formal response has been issued by the law enforcement agencies regarding her demand.Context
The NCP has emerged as a significant political force in the current political landscape. As a lawmaker, Mahmuda Mitu has recently been vocal on various national issues. The reported death threats against her have sparked fresh discussions in political circles. However, it remains unclear whether any specific individual or group is behind the threats.No official comment has yet been received from the law enforcement agencies in this regard. All eyes are now on the administration's next steps concerning the lawmaker's security.
