Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Tuesday said law enforcement agencies are on high alert ahead of the banned Awami League’s planned Dhaka ‘lockdown’ programme on November 13, assuring that the situation will remain normal.
The adviser made the remarks after a meeting of the advisory council committee on law and order at the Secretariat.
“There had been detailed discussions here and we need your cooperation in one matter. If anyone is found suspicious, immediately inform the law enforcement agencies,” he said.
He said law enforcers are in a strong position and there is no cause for concern, as they will remain vigilant.
“No leniency will be shown to terrorists. You often say terrorists get bail very quickly. To ensure they do not get bail easily, we will also request the authorities not to release terrorists on easy terms,” the adviser said.
He said numerous measures have been taken following the recent criminal acts across the country.
Patrolling has been intensified and security measures have been enhanced at Key Point Installations (KPIs), he said.
To prevent misuse, the Home Adviser said roadside sales of transport fuel would remain suspended for a few days, as miscreants might use the oil for arson or other crimes.
When asked about the alleged failure of intelligence agencies in preventing arson and crude bomb attacks or sudden disruptive processions, Jahangir dismissed the claim, saying, "There is no intelligence failure. No big procession has been held."
Regarding the daylight killing of a criminal on Monday, he said the perpetrators would soon be brought to justice, adding that arrests have already been made in connection with a similar incident in Chittagong.
Jahangir said law enforcement agencies have been instructed to intensify the crackdown to recover looted police firearms.
In response to a question about preventing criminals from entering the country, he said the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) has been directed to check cross-border entry and contain criminal activities within the country's territory.
On preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections, the Home Adviser said the government is satisfied with the progress.
He mentioned that electoral training for law enforcement agencies is nearly complete, and demonstrations will be held after training concludes.
To ensure security during the election period, around 1.50 lakh police personnel, 5.50 lakh Ansar members, and approximately 1 lakh army personnel will be deployed nationwide, he added.
Source:BSS,UNB
Bd-pratidin English/ ANI
