Rajshahi: Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed has announced that the government is contemplating revising the current police uniform due to dissatisfaction within the force. “The police force is not satisfied with the current uniform. Considering this, a decision will be taken at the highest policy-making level of the government so that the police force can get back any of the previous suitable uniforms,” he stated during the 43rd BCS (Police) batch passing-out parade at the Bangladesh Police Academy in Sardah, Rajshahi.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Home Minister urged the newly inducted police officers to work towards building a discrimination-free, people-oriented police force by emphasizing reform, accountability, and professionalism. He advised officers to “be servants of the people” and highlighted that outdated colonial-era police laws are being revised to meet modern needs.
Salahuddin Ahmed emphasized that the government views the police as a service to the public rather than a tool of any particular party or group. He reiterated the government’s commitment to public safety and transforming the police into a modern, service-oriented institution devoid of partisan influence. The Home Minister also inspected the parade, receiving a formal salute, and distributed medals to officers who excelled in different training categories.
Addressing the graduates, he described the current period as a phase of “historic transformation,” stressing that their responsibilities are significant in building a “new Bangladesh” inspired by the sacrifices of the 2024 student movement. He assured that the government is committed to maintaining the police force free from political interference, ensuring merit and seniority as the sole criteria for recruitment, posting, and promotion through a proposed Police Reform Commission.
The Home Minister stressed a “zero tolerance” policy against corruption, urging officers to enhance their technical skills to combat emerging digital crimes. He also highlighted the importance of discipline, chain of command, loyalty, and leadership, reminding officers that all citizens are equal before the law.
The 43rd BCS (Police) batch consisted of 72 trainees who began their training on March 1, 2025. Trainee ASP Ahmed Sadman Shakib commanded the parade, while Md. Fahim Faisal earned top honors, winning both “Best Probationer” and “Best Academic” awards. Other awardees included Md. Arafat Hossain (Best in Field Activities), Shaon Reza (Best Horsemanship), and Bapi Kumar Das (Best Shooter).
Among the attendees were Land Minister Md. Mizanur Rahman Minu, State Minister for Social Welfare Farzana Sharmin, Inspector General of Police Md. Ali Hossain Fakir, and Principal (Addl. IGP) of Bangladesh Police Academy G M Azizur Rahman. Post-ceremony, the newly commissioned ASPs will be deployed across various districts for six months of practical field training.