Desk Report:
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has said that the role of the police is very important in building a strong, accountable, legal and people-friendly state system. He said that the government does not want to make any compromise with corruption, terrorism and misrule.
He made these remarks in his address to police officers at a program organized on the occasion of ‘Police Week-2026’ at the Shapla Hall of the Prime Minister’s Office in the capital on Monday (May 11, 2026) morning.
The Prime Minister said that police officers often face political identity or influence while performing their duties. In this context, he gave clear instructions and said, “Do not consider anyone’s political identity. Anyone who commits a crime will be considered a criminal. The application of the law is equal for everyone.”
He also said that the responsibility of police members will be to work impartially for the welfare of the state and the people and ensure the rule of law.
Stating that the government wants to transform the police into a truly people-friendly force, the Prime Minister said, “This government wants a police administration that is people-friendly and trusted by the people. Because, in any country, people generally consider the police administration as a mirror of the government. Therefore, if the police administration is successful, it is practically considered as the success of the government as well.”
Military and civilian police officials were present at the event.
