The government of Bangladesh reassigned Md Alauddin as an Officer on Special Duty (OSD) after a controversial 29-second video began circulating widely on social media.
The official served as the Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) of Hatia Upazila. The video quickly triggered public discussion and made the search term “Hatia UNO viral video” trend across Google and social media platforms.
Government Order Issued After Video Circulated
The Ministry of Public Administration issued a notification on Tuesday evening confirming the decision.
The order was signed by Senior Assistant Secretary Md Tanvir Hasan Ruman.
Officials said the reassignment places Alauddin as an Officer on Special Duty, which temporarily removes him from active administrative duties while the situation is reviewed.
How the Video Went Viral
A 29-second clip reportedly showing the official with a woman started circulating on social media on March 16, 2026.
The footage quickly spread through messaging apps and online platforms. Within hours, users across Bangladesh began searching for the story online.
The identity of the woman seen in the clip remains unknown.
Md Alauddin Denies Authenticity of the Video
Before going unreachable, Md Alauddin denied any involvement in the video.
He claimed the clip could be a deepfake created using artificial intelligence to damage his reputation.
According to his statement, people connected to his earlier posting in Sunamganj District, specifically in Taherpur, might have circulated the video with malicious intent.
So far, no independent forensic analysis has confirmed whether the video is genuine or digitally manipulated.
Official Currently Unreachable
Local media reports say Alauddin left his workplace shortly after the video surfaced. He reportedly traveled toward the district headquarters and has remained unreachable since then.
Staff members at the UNO office in Hatia confirmed they are aware of the situation but said they have not been able to contact him. His phone is reportedly switched off.
Local Reaction and Calls for Investigation
The incident has sparked debate among residents and officials in Hatia Upazila.
Some people suspect the situation could involve a honey trap, while others believe the video might be a deepfake attack. Many are calling for a transparent investigation to determine the truth.
As of March 18, 2026, authorities have not announced whether a formal departmental or criminal investigation has started.
Final Thoughts
The Hatia UNO viral video controversy highlights the growing challenges of misinformation and possible deepfake technology in the digital age.
Until experts verify the authenticity of the footage, questions remain about what actually happened and who may be responsible for circulating the video.
