Dhaka: The Managing Director of Biman Bangladesh Airlines AM Masaddique Ahmed has been relieved of his duties.

Mohibul Haque, Civil Aviation and Tourism secretary, confirmed the matter on Wednesday and said Biman Director (operation) Captain Farhad Hasan Zamil will perform as acting Managing Director until a new MD is appointed, reports the UNB.

The decision was taken at a meeting of Biman Managing Committee on Tuesday night following allegations of irregularities and corruption in Biman, he said. 

A new Managing Director will be appointed within June 15, he added.