A claim by Islamist MP Abdul Muntakim regarding his family’s status as descendants of freedom fighters ignited a contentious debate in the Bangladesh Parliament on Sunday. Awami League MP Nilofar Chowdhury Moni strongly contested Muntakim’s assertion during a general discussion on the proposed budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Her remarks led to significant discussion and tension within the parliamentary session. Moni questioned the validity of Muntakim’s claim, prompting a heated exchange and raising concerns about the verification of freedom fighter descendants’ identities. The incident occurred during the 11th day of the second and first budget session of the 13th National Parliament. The debate highlights ongoing political sensitivities surrounding the legacy of Bangladesh’s liberation war and the criteria for recognizing freedom fighter families. Further details of the exchange were not immediately available.