Concern was expressed over the recent rise in theft, mugging, and abduction in Cox’s Bazar. Emphasis was placed on strengthening measures to address the situation at the district law and order committee meeting.
The meeting was held at the Cox’s Bazar Deputy Commissioner’s conference room on Sunday (April 12) morning.
Deputy Commissioner, Md. A Mannan chaired the session, which was attended by officials from various departments, public representatives, and members of law enforcement agencies.
Among those present were Cox’s Bazar-4 MP Md Shahjahan Chowdhury, Cox’s Bazar-2 MP Alhaj Alamgir Mohammad Mahfuz Ullah, Cox’s Bazar-3 MP Lutfur Rahman Kazal, Superintendent of Police ANM Md Shajadur Rahman, RAB-15 Commander Mostafizur Rahman, district Jamaat Amir Nur Mohammad Anwar, and Acting Civil Surgeon Dr Md Mohiuddin Alamgir, among others.
The meeting discussed the overall law-and-order situation in the district, including crime control, transport management, public health, and various citizen service-related issues.
MP Lutfur Rahman Kajal expressed concern over the rise in theft, mugging, and abduction, stating that authorities had already taken steps to strengthen traffic management. He added that no new licenses would be issued for mishuk, tomtom or autorickshaws, and revoked licenses would not be renewed. He also called for identifying “godfathers” involved in hill cutting and providing information to law enforcement agencies.
The meeting was informed that a 58-day fishing ban in the sea will begin on April 15. Emphasis was placed on ensuring food security for fishermen during this period. Satisfaction was also expressed over the fuel supply and distribution situation.
Participants urged the district administration to quickly resolve allegations of illegal occupation of a cremation ground in the PMkhali area.
Raising concerns about civic services, Cox’s Bazar Journalists’ Union President Nurul Islam Helali said that garbage piles in front of the hotel-motel zone often go unattended for days, with no prompt action from the municipality.
Acting Civil Surgeon Dr. Md. Mohiuddin Alamgir informed the meeting that 440,400 doses of vaccine are in stock to tackle the ongoing measles outbreak in the district.
Speakers emphasized the need for coordinated initiatives to improve law and order, ensure public safety, and make citizen services more effective.
Cox’s Bazar Life Report
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