Dhaka, [Date : 6 July 2025] –
David Anil Halder, a self-proclaimed Christian social and religious leader in Bangladesh, has long portrayed himself as a champion of community development. However, a deep investigation reveals a dark reality of embezzlement, fraud, exploitation, and moral depravity behind his public image.
- Hypocrisy of a “Religious Leader”: Avoiding Church, Alcohol, and Questionable Company-
Despite claiming leadership in the Christian community, Halder’s personal conduct starkly contradicts religious values:
Avoiding Church Services: Multiple church leaders in Dhaka confirm he rarely attends worship services.
Unethical Lifestyle: Sources allege he engages in excessive drinking and inappropriate relationships with women.
Community Outrage: A local pastor (requesting anonymity) stated, “How can someone who disregards religious ethics claim moral leadership?”
- Embezzlement from Orphanage Funds-
Halder runs “Samaritan Children’s Home, Help Bangladesh” in Savar, allegedly soliciting foreign donations for underprivileged girls. However, whistleblowers claim:
Funds Diverted for Personal Gain: Donations meant for orphans were instead used to buy property in Banani and pursue Australian citizenship.
Donor Testimony: A foreign donor (name withheld) said, “We gave money for orphans, but later found out they never received it.”
- Sexual Harassment and Exploitation of Women-
Disturbing allegations of abuse have surfaced from within the orphanage:
Minors Targeted: A former staff member revealed, “Many girls left abruptly, yet Halder kept contacting them.”
Survivor’s Account: One former resident (identity protected) disclosed, “At 16, he touched me inappropriately and forced sexual acts.”
HR Complaints Filed: Local human rights groups have received multiple harassment complaints.
- Bible Society Fund Misappropriation-
As former president of the Bangladesh Bible Society, Halder allegedly embezzled funds meant for printing Bibles. Members protested, leading to physical altercations.
- Collapse of CCDB: Millions Embezzled-
As three-term chairman of the Christian development NGO CCDB, Halder reportedly:
Violated Governance Rules: Extended tenure illegally.
Siphoned Foreign Funds: Leading to financial collapse.
Faced Legal Battles: Cases filed for fraud and mismanagement.
- Bribery and Exploitation for Govt. Projects-
Sources allege Halder used orphanage connections to secure contracts, taking kickbacks while exploiting vulnerable girls as bargaining tools.
- Christian Community Demands Justice-
Outraged leaders insist: “He must face legal consequences—no forgiveness for such crimes.” Civil society groups urge immediate investigation.
Legal Action & Next Steps :
Police are reviewing complaints for potential FIRs.
ACC and NGOs pressed to audit his organizations.
Victims encouraged to come forward with evidence.
Final Note: A Test of Accountability-
These allegations expose systemic corruption and exploitation. If proven, Halder’s actions represent not just betrayal of trust but criminal offenses demanding urgent judicial intervention.
Note: This report is based on testimonies and documents. Formal responses from accused parties will be updated if received.
