Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated Police Week-2024 at Rajarbagh Police Lines, emphasizing the theme ‘Smart police, smart country, Bangladesh is of peace and progress.’ Riding in an open jeep, she reviewed the Bangladesh Police parade, taking the salute during the event.
As a part of the ceremony, thirty-five policemen were honored with the Bangladesh Police Medal (BPM-bravery), and 60 others received the President Police Medal (PPM-bravery) in recognition of their courageous efforts. Additionally, 95 policemen were awarded BPM service medals, and 210 received PPM service medals.
The President, Prime Minister, and Home Minister issued separate messages marking the significance of Police Week. The media will contribute to the event with special supplements in daily newspapers and discussions on TV channels.
Upon her arrival at the venue, the Prime Minister was welcomed by Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan, Public Security Division Senior Secretary Md. Mustafizur Rahman, and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun. The event witnessed the presence of cabinet members, parliamentarians, and senior government officials. The program commenced with the playing of the national anthem
