Politics will be very difficult in future: Home Affairs Advisor

Brigadier General (retd.) M Sakhawat Hossain, the advisor in charge of the Ministry of Home Affairs in the interim government, has expressed deep concern over the current state of law and order in Bangladesh. Speaking to reporters while visiting injured policemen at Rajarbagh Central Police Hospital, Hossain warned that the future of politics in the country will be very difficult.

Addressing the recent violence against police officers, Hossain described the attacks as "very painful" and unacceptable. "Skinning, beating hands, feet, and head—this is not to be tolerated," he stated. He lamented the deaths of thousands of youths in police and other shootings, underscoring the essential role of the police in society. "Our society cannot function without the police," he said, adding that the army and BGB (Border Guard Bangladesh) are not a replacement for police functions.

Hossain also criticized the misuse of police forces in the past, emphasizing that the police should no longer be used as a "baton force." He warned that those responsible for ordering the misuse of the police will face severe punishment, either domestically or internationally.

Commenting on the state of politics in Bangladesh, Hossain noted that it has become "the politics of flatterers," where genuine politicians have been replaced by sycophants. He criticized the media for failing to present the true facts and warned that any media engaged in flattery would be shut down. "Politics cannot be done with a group of such flatterers," he asserted.

Regarding the recent violence, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Moinul Islam reported that 42 policemen, including 3 inspectors and 2 RAB (Rapid Action Battalion) members, were killed, with many more injured. "We are giving full support to those who are injured," Islam said.

Hossain called on the public to cooperate with the police and restore peace in the affected areas, emphasizing that justice should be left to the courts. "Those who overdo it will be punished," he concluded, urging for a return to normalcy and the protection of minority communities.

The situation remains tense, and the government is committed to investigating the incidents and ensuring accountability. Further developments are expected as authorities work to stabilize the situation.