Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md. Mainul Islam stated that action has been taken in response to all unpleasant incidents centring the Hindu community's largest festival, Durga Puja, this year in the country. Durga Puja is being celebrated at over 32,000 puja mandaps nationwide, and the police have responded to each isolated incident, he noted. The IGP made these remarks to journalists after visiting the Banani Pujamandap in the capital on Friday night. So far, 11 cases and 24 general diaries (GDs) have been filed concerning 35 untoward incidents, resulting in the arrest of 17 individuals. Police on high alert to prevent rumors during Durga Puja Celebrations: IGP The IGP stated that this year's Durga Puja posed significant challenges, with many expressing concerns about the celebrations. "We assured you of a peaceful Puja, and it is now being celebrated with great grandeur," he said. He emphasized that the constitution upholds the right of individuals of all faiths to practice their religion. Aside from a few criminals, the people of Bangladesh are generally peaceful, and the police are committed to supporting law-abiding citizens while ensuring that those who engage in criminal behavior are held accountable. Later, the IGP visited the Durga Puja Mandaps in Bashundhara and Uttara, where he exchanged greetings with worshippers.

Measures have been taken to ensure foolproof security for devotees including foreigners arriving at the Biswa Ijtema ground, said Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun, Inspector General of Police (IGP). Chowdhury Abdullah said this while talking to reporters after visiting the Ijtema ground on Wednesday. The first phase of Biswa Ijtema will be held on January 13 to January 15 and the second phase from January 20. Also read: First-phase Biswa Ijtema ends Sunday with Akheri Munajat The law enforcement forces will also ensure security through helicopter, watch tower, dog squad and CCTV cameras, he added. The government has taken all-out preparation to ensure smooth holding of Biswa Ijtema in two phases. END/UNB/Corr/MAS/FH/

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun on Friday said that they have achieved enviable success in controlling militancy in the country and it is fully under control now. The anti-militancy drive in Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT) is underway, he told reporters after inaugurating the police sports complex in Wejkhali of Sunamganj. Read more: 26 members of new militant group ‘Jamatul Ansar Fil Hindal Sharqiya' held so far: Rab “We do not want to say anything about this for tactical reasons. We’ll inform you everything when the drive is over,” he added. The IGP said police follow zero tolerance policy towards militancy and terrorism. The militants were arrested as soon as they emerged. Read more: Five suspected members of new militant outfit Jama'atul Ansar held “After the Holey Artisan tragedy, no other major militant attack was carried out in the country,” he added. He also said that work will be done to establish tourist police in Sunamganj so that tourists can visit places of their choice safely.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed on Thursday asked the newly appointed police members to work diligently to provide maximum services to the people. The IGP was addressing the concluding parade of the 164th Trainee Recruit Constable (TRC) batch at the parade ground of Bangladesh Police Academy in Sarada of Rajshahi. "People will come to you for any problem. Always be ready to serve them,” he said. He asked them to be prepared mentally to perform duty in any situation. “You have to emphasize national interests, state interests and social interests above personal interests.” Also read: Legal action against depot fire culprits after probe, says IGP The police chief said the main duty of the force is to maintain internal peace and order in the country, control crime, suppress terrorism and militancy, prevent drug abuse and spread. “The society is changing. That is why crime is also variable,” he said, adding that police have acquired the ability to use modern technology to deal with new crimes and tactics. "We will not tolerate any injustice done by any policeman," the IGP said. The police force will not take responsibility if any police member commits anything wrong, Benazir said. “We do not want to be a 'news headline' by wrongdoing. I want to be a 'news headline' with good work. We want to be close to the people,” he said. The IGP also urged the police members to protect the young generation from drugs, juvenile crimes as well as from getting involved in militancy. Also read: IGP asks new DIGS to do their best for people’s welfare As per the revised recruitment rules, 453 trainees have successfully completed the six-month basic training of the recruited TRCs.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed on Monday said that Bangladesh Police will be able to achieve three-dimensional capability after launching of its the newly formed aviation wing.  The Aviation Wing also will play a vital role in quick communication, conducting important operations, search operations and rescue operations in remote areas, he said. The IGP was exchanging views with a delegation of Army Aviation School led by Major General IKM Mostahsinul  Baki, Group Commander of Army Aviation Group, at the Hall of Pride in Police Headquarters on Monday. Also read: 106 policemen died of Covid-19 serving the country: IGP  

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed on Thursday urged motorcyclists not to drive without wearing quality helmets. The IGP made the call while speaking at the launching of UN Standard Helmet in Bangladesh organized by BRAC at a hotel in the capital. The IGP said the number of different types of vehicles on the roads is increasing as the country is developing. Road safety is also becoming a challenge day by day. Referring to study, he said that 70 per cent of the victims of road accidents are pedestrians. On the other hand, most of the motorcycle victims are young people between the ages of 20 and 30. They are the productive manpower of the country. Read: Cyber bullying against women is increasing: IGP Benazir said at least 1,494 incidents of road accidents occurred in the country in the last six months. Among them, 478 were of motorcycle accidents. On the other hand, 336 people were killed and 305 injured in those motorcycle accidents during the period. Of those victims, 239 had helmets, while among the injured people, 224 did not have helmets. This is an aspect of not having a helmet. On the other hand, the quality of the helmet, he added. The police chief said that there is no certification authority for helmets in our country. He emphasized on Bangladesh importing European Union or US standard helmets or assembling them in the country. Read: Tourist police ensure safe tourism: IGP The IGP said many companies in the country are now producing motorcycles. He appealed to the motorcycle manufacturers to fix the package price by adding helmets to the motorcycles. He also demanded an end to the import of low quality helmets. He said that if a person is killed or injured in a road accident, it is not only the loss of a family but also the economy of the country. State Minister for Planning said. Shamsul Alam, BRTA Chairman Noor Mohammad Majumder and senior officials of the World Bank were present.

Police have arrested two alleged fraudsters on charge of recommending a candidate for the post of constable forging the signature of Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed. One of the two arrestees has been identified as Vishnu Barman, son of Niranjan Barmman of Jhalokathi district, while another one is Swapan Singh, son of Birandra Nath Sing of Patuakhali district. The duo forged the signatures of the IGP and made a written recommendation to the district Superintendent Police (SP)of Bagerhat on October 21 stating the identity of a candidate for the post of constable, said AIG (media) of the Police Headquarters Md Kamruzzaman. Based on secret information, the Police later raided and arrested the two fraudsters on Sunday. A case was filed against the arrested accused at Fakirhat Model Police Station under the relevant law.

Tourism industry has greart potentials to develop in Bangladesh, Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed said on Thursday. He was addressing as the chief guest at a seminar held at a local hotel in Cox's Bazar. The seminar was organised on the last day of the four-day colorful program to mark the 8th founding anniversary of the tourist police. Chairman of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management of Kushtia Islamic University Prof Dr Md Mahbubul Arefin presented the keynote address at the seminar. Director General of Bangla Academy Mohammad Nurul Huda, Chief Executive Officer of Bangladesh Tourism Board Jabed Ahmed and Vice Chancellor of Cox's Bazar International University Prof Dr Golam Kibria Bhuiyan were present as special guests in the seminar chaired by DIG of the Tourist Police Murshedul Anwar Khan. Among others, senior police officers, tour operators and city dignitaries also attended the programme. READ: IGP urges the rich to help the Covid-hit poor people In his speech, the IGP said Bangladesh has beautiful natural environment, natural diversity and natural resources. Saint Martin's Island is such a beautiful place to visit. But tourists are discouraged from going there. “We think that we need to make sure that the natural environment of Saint Martin, the natural resources are not harmed by tourists. This is not to discourage tourists,” he added. The top official of the Police force said that since the formation of Tourist Police, it has been working tirelessly for the last eight years to provide international standard security to tourists and to develop the tourism sector. Besides, tourists have been able to travel to different tourist spots of the country safely after its inception. READ: Strictly maintain health rules during shopping: IGP It is to be mentioned that on the occasion of the 8th founding anniversary of the Tourist Police, a colorful program had been organized in Cox's Bazar from November 8.

The officers-in-charge (OCs) of police stations must be as enchanting as the Pied Piper of Hamelin to win the hearts and minds of the public, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Benazir Ahmed said Saturday. The IGP came up with the remark while addressing August's crime review meeting of Dhaka Range as the chief guest.   Habibur Rahman, the deputy inspector general (DIG) of Dhaka Range police, chaired the meeting. Superintendents of police (SPs) and officers of all the districts under the range attended it. READ: IGP urges the rich to help the Covid-hit poor people Comparing the society with a flowing river, the IGP said as the society changes, the law and order and crime situations follow suit. So he directed the field level officers to keep up with these changes. Describing beat policing as an effective method, Benazir said it can play an effective role in maintaining law and order and controlling crime in every union. READ: Strictly maintain health rules during shopping: IGP Referring to the responsibility of the higher ranking policemen in making their subordinates competent, the IGP said good examples should be set for them. "We have to motivate and supervise them. Every police member must perform duties with professionalism." Also, the IGP expressed satisfaction over the innovative practices of the Dhaka Range, and suggested other units should follow the same. 

Bangladesh police force will hire only qualified people with merit and good physique as constables under a new recruitment policy, the country’s police chief said on Tuesday. The new policy has been formulated after reviewing the policies in the neighbouring countries and also of many developed nations, said Inspector General of Police Benazir Ahmed wrapping up a three-day crime review meeting at the Hall of Integrity at the Police Headquarters here. Police constables are being appointed under the new policy, he said adding sub-inspectors and sergeants will soon be recruited under its provision, the IGP said. He said that "Under the clear direction of the Hon'ble Prime Minister, we are committed to building a corruption-free police force for the welfare of the country and the people." READ: IGP urges the rich to help the Covid-hit poor people Sounding a warning against use of drugs Benazir said that strict action will be taken against any police member if found involved in drug consumption, drug traders or drug trading. "As a member of the police, nothing can be done that harms the police force, harms the country, harms the people of the country," he said. He asked the senior police officials not to compromise on maintaining the discipline of the forces. "If any police member breaks the discipline, exemplary strict action has to be taken against him/her. We are also trying our best to ensure their (police members) welfare. He called for a change in the police behaviour with ordinary people and asked police members to refrain from inhumane treatment of people. Mentioning the main responsibility of the police to investigate the case, the IGP said that the quality of case investigation has to be further enhanced. READ: Strictly maintain health rules during shopping: IGP He directed the field level officials to be very attentive to the investigation and increase supervision. The IGP asked the police officers to bring pride in their service. "For this we have to bring about mentality and psychological change. We have to have love for the job and then we will be able to move forward," he said.