Zero Tolerance Against Drugs, Drug Dealers and Addicts Belong Behind Bars.Chattogram SP Masud Alam, BPM.

Md. Omar Faruk | Special Correspondent. Chattogram, Bangladesh: Chattogram District Police Superintendent Masud Alam, BPM, has reaffirmed the district police's zero-tolerance policy against drugs, terrorism, and all forms of crime, declaring that “Drug dealers and drug addicts belong behind bars. No criminal, terrorist, or drug trafficker is above the law.” He made these remarks while addressing a community meeting with local residents at Bhaterkhil area of Muradpur Union under Sitakunda Police Station on Saturday, August 2, 2026, following the annual inspection of Sitakunda Model Police Station. Earlier in the day, the Police Superintendent conducted a comprehensive inspection of the overall activities of Sitakunda Model Police Station. During the visit, he reviewed the law and order situation, crime prevention measures, administrative management, and the quality of public services. He also exchanged views with police officers and personnel, directing them to ensure prompt, sincere, and harassment-free policing for the public. SP Masud Alam emphasized the importance of professionalism, integrity, discipline, accountability, and humanitarian values in police service. He urged all officers to work with utmost dedication to strengthen public confidence in law enforcement. During the community meeting, local residents raised concerns regarding the activities of identified drug dealers and their associates, including allegations of terrorism, intimidation, drug trafficking, and threats to public safety. Listening carefully to the complaints, the Police Superintendent assured the residents that every allegation would be investigated in accordance with the law and that swift and effective legal action would be taken. He stated, “Whoever the offender may be, Chattogram District Police is committed to taking strict, impartial, and effective action under the prevailing laws.” He further stressed that public awareness and active community participation are essential in combating crime. He called upon citizens to immediately report drug trafficking, terrorism, extortion, or any suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through emergency police services, so that law enforcement agencies can take timely action. The Police Superintendent also reaffirmed that Chattogram District Police remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of the people, suppressing terrorism, drugs, and all forms of crime, and building a peaceful, secure, and people-friendly society through professionalism, honesty, and dedication. Among the special guests at the meeting were Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime) Sirajul Islam, Officer-in-Charge of Sitakunda Model Police Station Mohinul Islam, Investigation Officer Mohammad Alamgir Hossain, along with other local dignitaries. The speakers highlighted that stronger community policing, regular public engagement, and prompt legal services would further enhance mutual trust between the police and the public. At the conclusion of the meeting, participants pledged to work together with the administration to build a drug-free, terrorism-free, and crime-free Sitakunda. They emphasized that the rule of law, social unity, and collective efforts—not fear—are the keys to creating a safe and humane society.