Prime Minister Urges Police to Remain Above Political Ideology

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday directed police personnel to perform their duties with strict professionalism, emphasizing that personal political beliefs must never interfere with state responsibilities.

“The country belongs to all of us. While you may hold different ideologies, those must not be reflected in your official work,” the Prime Minister said during a meeting with senior officers at the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) in Tejgaon. He noted that differences of opinion should be expressed only through the ballot box.

Marking Police Week 2026, the Premier issued a clear directive: treat criminals solely as criminals, regardless of their political identity or influence.

“You are not the protectors of any individual or political party; you are the protectors of the law,” PM Rahman said. He reaffirmed the government’s uncompromising stance against corruption, terrorism, and misrule, urging the force to become a “people-friendly” institution that citizens can trust.

The Prime Minister highlighted that the evolution of technology has changed the landscape of crime, requiring officers to be multi-skilled and professional. He warned against compromising standards for the sake of preferred postings or promotions.

“No government or administrative position is permanent,” he reminded the officers. “Let this meeting be a commitment to the future of law and order.”

The Premier also pledged that the government would continue initiatives to reduce economic disparity and ensure the welfare of police members, stating that honesty and merit will remain the sole criteria for recruitment and transfers.