CMP Commissioner Directs Highest Vigilance Ahead of Prime Minister’s Chittagong Visit

PothikTV News Desk: 19 October 2026, 11:18 am

Chittagong Metropolitan Police (CMP) Commissioner Hasnat Mohammad Shawkat Ali has directed law enforcement officers to maintain maximum vigilance and avoid any form of laxity during the upcoming visit of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to Chittagong.

Speaking as the chair at a briefing parade held at the Dampara Police Lines ground on Monday afternoon, the police commissioner emphasized the need for high professionalism and seamless coordination among various security units to ensure a smooth and secure visit.

Commissioner Shawkat Ali stressed that all assigned personnel must discharge their duties meticulously to ensure comprehensive security throughout the tour. He underscored that discipline must be upheld across all levels, and forces should remain prepared to respond to any emerging situations.

He further warned that there is no scope for negligence or dereliction of duty during the high-profile movement of the head of government.

Several high-ranking police officials attended the briefing parade, including CMP Additional Police Commissioner for Administration and Finance Wahidul Haq Chowdhury, Additional Police Commissioner for Traffic Hossain Mohammad Kabir Bhuiyan, and Additional Police Commissioner for Crime and Operations Muhammad Faisal Ahmed.

Other senior officers present included Deputy Police Commissioner for Headquarters Ferdous Ali Chowdhury, Deputy Police Commissioner for South Md. Habibur Rahman Prang, Deputy Police Commissioner for Detective Branch South Sheikh Shariful Islam, and Deputy Police Commissioner for Traffic North Nesar Uddin Ahmed.