Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has stated that the police no longer fear mob justice and will take immediate action if anyone attempts to take the law into their own hands.
Speaking to reporters on Thursday morning (April 10) during a visit to Sylhet, the adviser made these remarks after inspecting the Airport Police Station under Sylhet Metropolitan Police (SMP).
"Law and order have improved significantly," he said. "The police are no longer intimidated by mob justice. Anyone trying to bypass the legal system will face consequences."
Chowdhury further commented on the aftermath of the violent incidents on August 5, noting that numerous vehicles and police stations were set ablaze. "Not even one of those destroyed vehicles has been replaced yet. With proper funding, we can make significant improvements. The police force still hasn’t been fully restructured," he said.
Referring to the recent performance of the police during Ramadan, he added, "Law enforcement was very effective during the holy month. Expectations from the police are high, but they still face difficulties regarding their living and dining conditions. These issues need to be addressed, and the media should also highlight them."
Responding to a question about looting during anti-Israel protest rallies in Sylhet and other areas, Chowdhury confirmed that those involved are being arrested based on video evidence. "We are not sparing anyone, regardless of their background or connections. Whoever is guilty is being brought under the law. I urge everyone—do not take the law into your own hands."
On the issue of suspects being forcibly taken from police vans, he said that those responsible have been apprehended. However, he acknowledged that delays in action sometimes occur due to the destruction of police stations.
When asked about the current status of the Interpol red notice against Sheikh Hasina, the adviser stated, "There is no new update at the moment. However, all official procedures have been completed and submitted to the relevant authorities."
