Jashore, Nov. 16 -- Jashore Superintendent of Police Rawnak Jahan has directed the Officer-in-Charge of Kotwali Police Station to take swift and necessary steps to conduct a DNA test on Afia, a newborn with albinism.

OC Abul Hasnat said, "The Superintendent of Police has given me several instructions regarding Afia, including initiating a quick DNA test."

"I have already spoken with the family, and they have agreed. An application will be filed in court through legal aid. Once the court order is received, Kotwali Police will provide all necessary assistance," he added.

Three-year-old Afia has been rejected by her father, who accuses his wife of infidelity - forcing the mother and child into a life of hardship in Jashore.

The victim Mo...