PHQ warns against bribery in recruitment

Staff Reporter :

The Police Headquarters (PHQ) has issued a strong warning against bribery and fraudulent practices in the ongoing recruitment process for Trainee Recruit Constables in Bangladesh Police.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the PHQ urged candidates and their families not to engage in any financial transactions or offer bribes in hopes of securing appointments.

“Do not give money to anyone to get appointed as a police constable. If anyone attempts to deceive you, immediately report it to the nearest police station or the office of the Superintendent of Police,” the statement read.

The PHQ emphasized that the recruitment process is being conducted transparently, with selections based solely on merit and qualifications.

It also reiterated that legal action will be taken against individuals who attempt to manipulate the recruitment process through financial or other illicit means.

“Everyone is requested not to be deceived by financial transactions or any irregularities. Bangladesh Police is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent selection process,” the statement concluded.

Meanwhile, Home Affairs Adviser Lt Gen (retd) Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has called on the newly appointed superintendents of police (SPs) to take strict measures to stop bribery and extortion.

He said “There is another form of business within the police—recruitment and transfer business. This too must be stopped immediately.” He made the comments during a briefing for 26 newly appointed SPs in the conference room of the Ministry of Home Affairs at the Secretariat on Thursday morning.

The adviser said: “Bribery and extortion are the main sources of corruption. If these can be stopped, many injustices and irregularities in society will be eradicated. Any police officer found involved in such activities (corruption) will face strict action.”

He added: “A criminal is a criminal, no matter who they are, and must be dealt with following the law.”