Chattogram: Chattogram Metropolitan Police (CMP) Commissioner Hasan Md. Shawkat Ali today emphasized the police force's commitment to public service, underscoring their aim to be "people's police, not oppressors." Speaking at a meet-the-press event at the CMP Commissioner's Office, the commissioner highlighted that public satisfaction is the true benchmark of their performance. "If the general public is satisfied with the police's service and conduct, it means we are carrying out our responsibilities properly," he stated.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the commissioner stressed the significance of public participation in maintaining law and order, noting that effective policing hinges on the cooperation between citizens and law enforcement. "The greater the public's engagement with the police, the more effectively we can perform our duties," he remarked.
Referring to police accountability, Hasan urged the public to judge the force based on actions and behavior rather than perception alone. He also recognized journalists as the mirror of society, suggesting that media reports on police activities should be seen constructively to identify shortcomings and improve policing.
The event, organized by the Chattogram Press Club at the VIP Lounge of the CMP Commissioner's Office, saw participation from key figures including Press Club President Zahidul Karim Kochi, who presided over the event, and General Secretary Golam Maula Murad, who moderated it. Joint Secretary Meah Mohammed Arif delivered the welcome address.
Notable attendees included Daily Azadi Editor M.A. Malek, Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) Bangladesh Chapter General Secretary Osman Gani Mansur, Press Club Adviser Bir Muktijoddha Moinuddin Quaderi Shawkat, Kazi Abul Mansur, Senior Vice-President Mustafa Nayem, Chattogram Metropolitan Journalists Union General Secretary Saleh Noman, and various CMP officials such as Additional Commissioner (Administration and Finance) Wahidul Haque Chowdhury, Additional Commissioner (Crime) Muhammad Faisal Ahmed, and Additional Commissioner (Traffic) Hossain Mohammad Kabir Bhuiyan.