DMP Commissioner Sheikh Mohammad Sajjad Ali has said that around 80,000-90,000 were recruited in the police force over the last 15 years based on their political affiliations.
He disclosed this at a press briefing at the DMP media center in the capital on Monday.
"Different types of scrutiny have been done in the past 15 years before appointments to know the political affiliation of the candidates."
The DMP commissioner apologised for the action taken by DMP during the student movement, adding, "I apologised to the people of the country for unprofessional behaviour of the DMP during July-August mass uprising. The officers involved have been transferred and disciplinary actions have been taken. We have now started a new phase of service to people."
Expressing concern over the rising snatching incidents particularly during the early hours of the day, the DMP chief said he instructed the Detective Branch (DB) to remain vigilant about the crimes.
He said he is holding meetings at each police station and emphasised the importance of working with public feedback.
In response to a journalist's question, he said they have a plan to introduce a complaint box and hold open discussions to gather public suggestions.
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