The government is committed to ensuring that the perpetrator of child rape in Magura do not escape justice, said Home Affairs Adviser Lt. General Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Sunday. He made the remark while visiting the victim undergoing treatment at the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Dhaka on Sunday. A case was filed with Magura Sadar police station and all four accused were arrested in this connection, he said. "I have directed the law enforcement agencies to take a tough stance against harassment and rape of women. I also directed the concerned to submit reports to the court after completing quick investigation by making a list of all the violence against women so far,” the home adviser said He said the criminals involved in the recent incidents of rape will be brought to justice and punished strictly. Magura rape victim shifted to Dhaka CMH for better treatment Jahangir also said that women will perform their duties fearlessly at home and outside and those who will try to obstruct them will be brought under  law. He said that everyone should be aware and vocal against violence against women. “Family, social and moral values should be nurtured.” During the visit at the CMH, the adviser inquired about the child's treatment and instructed the hospital authorities to ensure the highest level of medical care. Senior officials of CMH were also present. Earlier, on March 6, upon learning about the incident, the adviser contacted the child's mother over the phone and assured her of the government's full support for the child's treatment. Tarique talks to Magura rape victim’s mother, assures justice The victim was transferred to CMH from Dhaka Medical College Hospital yesterday for better medical care. The horrific rape of the minor girl in Magura triggered protests across the country.

Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (Retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Wednesday urged people not to take law into their own hands. “I will urge people not to take law into their own hands and police to become more active,” he told reporters after inaugurating the farmers’ cool house initiative and the farmers’ mobile app developed by the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) at the Horticulture Centre in Rajalakh area of Savar in the morning. The Home Adviser said the police and other law enforcement agencies across the country are working together to ensure public safety and prevent people from taking the law into their own hands. Law and Order Core Committee decides on increased patrols, joint operations Jahangir Alam said he himself was out in the capital early this morning to monitor the law-and-order situation. He stressed the need for vigilance, especially during the early hours, as criminal activities are more prevalent at that time. There was serious unrest among garment workers in Ashulia industrial zone but the problem has now been resolved and there is no longer any discontent, he added. Alongside police, the army is also deployed in Ashulia, Savar, and Dhamrai areas to ensure safety. He also said the government has undertaken several measures to protect agricultural lands. Patrolling to be increased from today following deterioration of law and order situation: Press Secretary Agriculture Secretary Dr Md Emdad Ullah Mia and senior officials from various government departments and law enforcement agencies, among others, attended the meeting.

In an effort to ensure public safety and maintain law and order in the Dhaka metropolitan area, Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (Retd.) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury conducted surprise inspections of police patrol operations early this (Wednesday) morning. During the inspections, the adviser visited several key locations and intersections where police and other law enforcement agencies had set up coordinated checkpoints. He also toured multiple police stations across the city. 589 arrested in Operation Devil Hunt across country Setting off from his residence in DOHS, Baridhara, the adviser travelled through Banani Mor, Bijoy Sarani (near Novo Theatre), Manik Mia Avenue, Kalabagan and Eden College before reaching New Market Police Station. From there, he proceeded to Shahbagh Mor, Matsya Bhaban, Moghbazar, Hatirjheel, Police Plaza and Gulshan Police Station. Following his visit to Gulshan, he returned home via United Hospital, also inspecting some nearby alleyways along the way. Special police operation to tackle growing mugging incidents During his visits to the police stations and checkpoints, the adviser talked to on-duty law enforcement personnel, offering necessary directives. He also instructed security forces across the capital and the country to remain on high alert in maintaining law and order.

Any negligence by members of the law enforcement agencies while performing their duties will lead to legal action, warned Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (Retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury. The adviser came up with the warning while briefing journalists in the morning after laying wreaths at Banani Military Graveyard marking the anniversary of the martyrdom of army officers in the BDR massacre and the observance of 'National Martyred Army Day.' A nationwide special operation began on Monday evening to improve the law-and-order situation, he said, adding, "If any member of our forces is found to be negligent, they will be brought under the law. No one will be spared, whether they belong to the police, BGB, RAB, Ansar, or the prison department. Those who fail to fulfill their duties properly will be held accountable." Special police operation to tackle growing mugging incidents Jahangir Alam also highlighted that the families of the martyrs from the BDR massacre had two primary demands: justice for the victims and the declaration of a National Martyred Army Day. "The government has already declared 25 February as 'National Martyred Army Day,' and this year marks its first official observance," he said. He added that a National Independent Full-Fledged Investigation Commission had been formed to uncover the domestic and foreign conspiracies behind the BDR mutiny and to identify the perpetrators. “The commission is expected to submit its investigation report within 90 days. Based on the findings of the commission, those found guilty will be brought to justice," he added. Police arrest 3 suspected mugging gang members in Dhaka's Uttarkhan Earlier, tributes were paid at the graves of the army officers martyred in the 2009 Pilkhana massacre. Wreaths were placed by the President and Chief Adviser’s representatives, the Home Affairs Adviser, the chiefs of the three armed forces, the senior secretary of the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Director General of the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), and the relatives of the martyrs.

Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury marked the Martyred Army Day on Monday by paying homage to military officials, who were killed during the 2009 BDR mutiny in Dhaka’s Pilkahan. He paid the tribute through placing a floral wreath at the Banani Military Graveyard. Chiefs of Bangladesh Army, Navy and Air also paid homage to the martyrs. Talking to the media after paying tribute, the home adviser said, “Families of the Pilkhana martyred military officials had been demanding that February 25 be announced as Martyred Army Day, and we have implemented that.” "In the Pilkhana incident, the verdict of the murder case was delivered. Many of those who were acquitted in that case are accused in explosives cases. The murder case is now under review at the High Court,” he said. Replying to a question, he said the testimony in the explosives case remains stayed and it is not in their hands. It's in the hands of the court. The court can grant bail if it wants. Tributes to the martyrs were also paid on behalf of Border Guard Bangladesh and Rapid Action Battalion.  

Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Monday said the ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ will go on as long as devils (criminals) exist in the country. He made the remark while addressing the 133rd annual sports competition of Ichhapur Government Model High School in Sirajdikhan upazila of Munshiganj. Urging students to stand against corruption, he said though the expansion of education was made the quality of education has not improved. Home Adviser calls for heightened vigilance in ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ He advised the students to pay due respect to their teachers. Additional Deputy Commissioner (general) Ataul Goni Osmani, additional superintendent of police Muhammad Shamsul Alam Sarkar, and Upazila Nirbhai Officer Shahina Aktar, among others, attended the event as special guests. Chaired by the school’s headmaster Md Jamal Hossain Mia, International Farakka Barrage Prevention Committee Chairman Syed Tipu Sultan, and upazila unit of BNP president Abdul Kuddus Dhiron were, among others, present at the programme.

Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has urged law enforcers to be more vigilant to bring criminals to justice during the ongoing ‘Operation Devil Hunt’. He made the call while addressing a workshop on ‘Law Enforcement with Emphasis on Human Rights and Environment in the Future Situation of the Country,’ at the Bangladesh Police Auditorium in Dhaka’s Rajarbagh on Tuesday. Emphasising the need for strict law enforcement, the adviser said, "I would like to emphasize that no criminal should be allowed to escape from the law enforcement agencies. We do not want to see criminals in the streets, markets, fields, or highways. Every criminal must be brought under the law, and we want to ensure that justice is served." Highlighting the primary objectives of the government, he said they are working to ensure the safety and security of the citizens' lives and property. He also said that the government is committed to bringing those involved in terrorism, anarchy, and criminal activities to justice. Fascism has been defeated, but its allies continue to conspire both domestically and internationally against the government, he added. 81 arrested in Gazipur on 3rd day of 'Operation Devil Hunt' The Home Adviser narrated how fascists had illegally accumulated vast wealth by exploiting the resources of the country and had labeled those who opposed their wrongdoing as traitors. "They encouraged their party's supporters to file false cases, harassed people unjustly, and controlled the media. Human rights organisations were silenced, and a loyal capitalist class was created to exploit resources. The civil service and security forces were manipulated, and the independence of the judiciary was undermined," he said. He said that the government is sincerely working to bring criminals involved in murders, money laundering, embezzlement, and treason to justice, particularly those involved in July-August killings, terrorist activities, and organised criminal networks. The adviser informed that a good number of criminals have so far been arrested by the government’s police, Rapid Action Battalion and armed forces amid the operation which was started on February 8. He said his ministry will oversee and monitor the entire operation nationwide and the 'Joint Operation Center' established at the police headquarters will coordinate the activities of 'Operation Devil Hunt' across the country. 343 arrested on second day of joint forces' 'Devil Hunt' The adviser also emphasised that metropolitan police commissioners in major cities and district magistrates in other regions would coordinate the operation. Moreover, the government has appointed eight judicial magistrates in Dhaka metropolitan area to expedite summary trials for criminals, urging people to remain vigilant with commitment to the government.

The countrywide crackdown ‘Operation Devil Hunt’ will go on until the devils are finished, said Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury. “The operation will target those who are desperate to destabilise the country,” he warned on Sunday. Jahangir Alam, also agriculture adviser, made the remarks while talking to reporters after inaugurating the newly-built "Mrittika Bhaban" at the Soil Resource Development Institute in Khamarbari area of the city. "Many of those who attacked students and the citizens in Gazipur have already been brought under the law, and the rest will be held soon,” he said. "Operation Devil Hunt" launched nationwide following Gazipur attack The ministry took action after the attack on students at the residence of former minister AKM Mozammel Haque in Gazipur on Friday night. Following this, the government announced to launch "Operation Devil Hunt", with the joint forces beginning operation from Saturday night. Attack in Gazipur: 7 students still receiving treatment at DMCH The joint forces have so far arrested 40 people, suspected to be members of the Awami League, said Gazipur Superintendent of Police Dr Chowdhury Jaber Sadek. Regarding the arrest of five senior police officers, the adviser said the public is aware of the crimes committed by those arrested.

Over 33, 000 foreigners are still illegally staying in the country, Home Affairs Adviser Lt. Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said. He came up with the information while briefing the media after a meeting on law and order at the conference room of his ministry on Monday. Govt paving the way for a smoke-free Bangladesh: DORP Warning of strict action against the illegal foreigners, the Home Adviser said they set a deadline for them to be legalised and action would be taken once the timeframe is over. “Action will also be taken against those employing illegal foreigners.” As of October 30 last year, there were 49, 266 illegal foreigners but this number stood at 33, 648 till January 18 this year, he said. US extends support to charting ‘prosperous, democratic path’ for Bangladesh An amount of Tk 10.53 crore was released from the illegal foreigners as penalty, Adviser Jahangir Alam said.