Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Moinul Islam stated on Saturday that the Chhatra League is now a banned organisation and, therefore, has no right to engage in political activities.
"Chhatra League does not have the right to hold rallies, and if they attempt to do so, strict legal action will be taken against them, similar to other banned organisations," he said.
The IGP made these remarks during the 6th anniversary rally of Rangpur Metropolitan Police (RMP), held at the Rangpur District Police Lines School and College auditorium on Saturday afternoon, reports UNB.
IGP Moinul Islam also emphasised that all individuals involved in any form of unrest during the anti-discrimination student movement would be held accountable under the law.
Addressing recent allegations against police personnel, Moinul Islam confirmed that some officers are under investigation. He assured that anyone found guilty would face legal consequences, emphasising that no one is above the law.
He further stated that the police force’s duties have been hindered by the actions of a few misguided leaders. He added that the current government aims to reform the police to better serve the public.
He urged both political leaders and police officers to avoid mixing administration with politics. "Police officers who wish to engage in politics should resign, and politicians who seek to manipulate the police must refrain from doing so," he said, underscoring that genuine reform within the police force can only occur under these conditions.
The IGP also mentioned the extensive misuse of illegal weapons over the past 16 years by certain groups, which have been used against students. He expressed a commitment to retrieve these weapons and return them to the government.
During the event, he provided financial assistance to the families of those killed or injured during the anti-discrimination student movement.
The ceremony was presided over by Rangpur Metropolitan Police Commissioner Majid Ali, with senior officers from both District and Metropolitan Police in attendance.
Earlier, IGP Moinul Islam visited the family of Abu Sayed, a student from Begum Rokeya University and the first martyr of the anti-discrimination student movement.
