The Bangladesh Army has been given temporary magistracy power in a bid to ensure public safety, said Nahid Islam, Adviser to the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, on Wednesday, reports UNB.
“The law and order situation is gradually improving. However, to ensure public safety and expedite the return to normalcy, the army has been granted magistracy power. This decision is necessary as we navigate through this emergency situation and working for reform,” said Nahid.
He came up with the remarks responding a question at a briefing after a meeting with the newly elected members of the Bangladesh Film Censor Board and Jury Board.
“The police force will undergo comprehensive reforms to strengthen their capacity and restore public confidence, after which they will be brought back. The decision to grant magistracy power to the army was made to facilitate this transition,” he added.
Bd-pratidin English/Tanvir Raihan
