On Saturday afternoon, August 22, 2026, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed made a sudden visit to Tejgaon Model Police Station in the capital. The main purpose of this visit was to observe firsthand the quality of police services for the common people and to issue strict instructions for its improvement. Accompanying the minister on this sudden visit were Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md. Ali Hossain Fakir, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner Mosleh Uddin Ahmed, and Additional Commissioner (DB Chief) Md. Shafiqul Islam, among other senior officials. This unexpected visit holds special significance as part of the government's commitment to ensuring accountability and efficiency of law enforcement agencies.
Detailed information about this visit was provided in a press release issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs. Such unannounced visits are usually helpful in assessing the real situation at the ground level, where there is no opportunity for prior preparation. The minister closely observed the law and order situation, the infrastructural condition of the police station, and most importantly, the overall quality of police services received by the general public. This step sends a clear message about ensuring transparency and public-oriented services within the police force.
During the visit, the Home Minister toured various important rooms and areas of the police station. He spoke directly with the police personnel on duty and inquired about their activities. The minister's inspection list included the administrative officers' room, the duty officer's room, the investigation officers' office, the lock-up, and the police personnel's residential barracks and dining space (mess). At each location, he observed minute details, which helped him gain a comprehensive understanding of the police station's overall management and effectiveness.
During his inspection of the police personnel's residential barracks and dining space, the Home Minister paid special attention to their personal facilities and welfare. He gave specific directives regarding ensuring the quality of accommodation, the overall quality of food in the mess, and a clean environment for the police personnel residing there. Additionally, he inquired about the night duties of police personnel working at the station, their specific shift schedules, and their working environment. The minister emphasized that a healthy and good working environment plays a crucial role in improving the quality of work of police personnel.
The most important part of the visit was the Home Minister's direct conversation with general citizens who came to Tejgaon Police Station for services. He listened attentively to the problems of victims who came to file General Diaries (GDs) or various complaints. At this time, he immediately instructed the Officer-in-Charge (OC) of the police station and other relevant officials to ensure that citizens' complaints are resolved as quickly as possible and with complete transparency. It is hoped that this direct public engagement will help increase public trust in the police.
Emphasizing public protection and service as the primary duty of the police, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed said, “The main task of the police is to provide protection and service to the people. The police station must be a place of trust and reliance for every person. We are committed to ensuring an environment where citizens can come to the police station without fear and spontaneously, and report their problems directly without any intermediaries.” The minister's statement reflects the government's strong commitment to building a reliable and accessible police system for the public.
The Home Minister's sudden visit is an important step by the government, which helps ensure transparency, accountability, and public-oriented services of law enforcement agencies. Such visits not only evaluate the effectiveness of police stations but also contribute to boosting the morale of police personnel and building public trust in the police. It is hoped that this initiative will set an example for similar observations and improvements in service quality in other police stations across the country, which is essential for building a safe and well-organized society.
