In light of the prevailing law and order situation in the country, the government will launch a nationwide coordinated combing operation from today (Sunday), said Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Sunday.
He came up with the announcement following a high-level meeting on the law and order at the Secretariat.
Talking to reporters after the meeting, the adviser said, “To ensure public safety, law enforcement agencies will intensify their surveillance across the country. No criminal or troublemaker will be spared. However, we urge all citizens not to take the law into their own hands. Maintaining law and order is the responsibility of the state.”
Referring to the recent murder in Dhaka’s Mitford area, Jahangir said a swift investigation had been launched.
“So far, seven people have been arrested, six of whom were identified from video footage. No perpetrator will be spared regardless of their identity or affiliation. Strict legal action will be taken against all those involved,” he told the journalists.
Warning of strict action against the culprits, the adviser asserted that the government would make no compromise when it comes to public safety.
He informed that measures have been taken to bring the arrested individuals to justice.
On election security, the adviser said, “We are working closely with the Election Commission and hope to complete all related administrative and security responsibilities by December. We are committed to fulfilling our part efficiently and on time.”
The adviser assured the public that the government’s primary focus is to uphold peace, ensure justice, and maintain stability across the country through lawful means.
