A directive issued by the Rajshahi Range police instructing officers to re-arrest leaders and activists of banned or suspended organizations even after they secure bail has sparked concerns among legal experts, who warn it may violate constitutional protections and established judicial norms. The directive also calls for close monitoring of such individuals and emphasizes adherence to existing laws and regulations in providing protocol and security. Legal and constitutional concernsSenior Supreme Court lawyer Mohammad Saeed Ahmed (Raja) criticized the directive, saying no legal framework permits executive instructions to override judicial decisions granting bail. Arrests without specific evidence violate the Constitution, and there is no provision for re-arrest after bail,” he said. He said that the Rajshahi Range letter was seen circulating on social media.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 26, 2026 17:19 UTC