Special Correspondent :
Home Affairs Adviser Lieutenant General (Retd.) Md. Jahangir Alam Chowdhury on Tuesday said that investigations into cases filed after the August 5 incidents are being delayed due to the unusually large number of accused individuals.
Speaking to journalists after inspecting Gacha Police Station under the Gazipur Metropolitan Police, Chowdhury noted that earlier cases would name 10–15 individuals, with many more unnamed. However, current cases include 10–15 named individuals and 200–250 unnamed ones, complicating the investigative process.
“This is causing delays,” he said. “There are guilty individuals among them, but also potentially many innocent ones.”
In response to concerns over police behavior during interrogations, the adviser announced the installation of transparent glass rooms for questioning. These will allow observers to ensure proper conduct during interrogations.
Chowdhury highlighted that police reform efforts are underway through a pilot project. He noted progress in citizen services, including the ability to file General Diaries (GD) and cases online, reducing the need for police station visits and minimizing harassment.
The adviser issued a stern warning against corruption within the police force. “Anyone using cases for business will not be spared,” he said. He revealed that 84 officers have been attached to new duties, with 30–40 already sent home. “If necessary, I’ll send another 30–40.”
Chowdhury called corruption the biggest challenge facing Bangladesh. “It exists at every level of society,” he said, urging the media to speak the truth and raise awareness to help combat it.
Accompanied by Top Officials
Earlier in the day, the adviser visited the police barracks, joined by Gazipur Metropolitan Police Commissioner Dr. Nazmul Karim Khan and other senior officials.
