The Director General of the Rapid Action Battalion (RAB) AKM Shahidur Rahman has said the force will not allow any activities that oppress ordinary citizens or hold them hostage under the pretext of pressing demands or carrying out movements. The RAB DG said law enforcement agencies remain on high alert to ensure public safety and maintain stability across the country during the observance of the day. He has said that the country experienced a fragile law and order situation over the past one and a half years, particularly following the events of July and August. The RAB chief further assured citizens that the law and order situation would continue to improve gradually and that law enforcement agencies would be able to bring crime under control. “In the name of pressing demands or movements, we will not allow any activities that oppress ordinary people or hold them hostage,” he added.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 20, 2026 11:35 UTC