Dhaka, May 04 (V7N)- Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has said that dissatisfaction over the existing police uniforms is widespread both among the public and within the police force itself, prompting the government to consider introducing a more suitable and acceptable dress code.

He made the remarks at a briefing held at the Secretariat on Monday (May 4) afternoon, where he spoke on several current issues, including the Rohingya situation.

The Home Minister said the government reviewed the matter following requests from members of the police force. “No one is satisfied with the current uniforms of the police across the country. The uniforms are not really suitable,” he stated.

According to him, the upper portion of the uniform will remain similar to the existing design used nationwide, including metropolitan areas. However, changes have been made regarding the lower garment.

“In the case of pants or pajamas, khaki-colored clothing has been prescribed. After detailed discussions with the concerned authorities, this has been finalized as an acceptable dress,” he added.

The Home Minister also spoke about the government’s anti-drug efforts, saying authorities are prioritizing action against large-scale traffickers and smuggling networks before targeting users.

“We are making arrangements to arrest those involved in drugs, drug trade, and smuggling—including major traffickers operating across borders or internally,” he said.

Referring to the release of several alleged top criminals after August 5, Salahuddin Ahmed said many accused individuals had obtained bail through the courts.

“How and why the court granted bail is a matter for the judiciary. Whether they are top terrorists or not, the police will investigate and take necessary action,” he said.

The minister also described the latest parliamentary session as one of the most successful in the country’s history. He said the first session of the democratically elected parliament after 17 years was “lively and dynamic,” with the passage of numerous laws and constructive debates between the government and opposition parties.

“There will always be differences in democracy, but those differences are part of parliamentary debate,” he said.

Responding to a question about differing comments made by him and the Prime Minister’s Information Adviser regarding militancy issues, the Home Minister said his own position had already been clearly stated.

“You have already published my statement. There is nothing more to add. Perhaps there may have been some misunderstanding elsewhere,” he added.

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