A vested quarter is behind a series of crude bomb explosions and bus arson incidents in Dhaka aimed at creating panic among the public, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Deputy Commissioner Md Akhtar Hossain has said.
He made the remarks while responding to questions from journalists at the DMP Media Centre on Minto Road in the capital on Sunday.
Akhtar said police are closely observing and investigating every single incident. Several individuals, including members of banned organisations and their affiliate bodies, were arrested linked to these events.
The DMP official noted that observing these activities clearly shows a group is working with the goal of sabotage and spreading panic among public. Detailed investigations into these matters are underway alongside intelligence surveillance.
Moreover, police deployment is coordinated in line with intelligence agency investigation reports, and operational activities remain ongoing.
Reassuring the public, Akhtar mentioned that all necessary measures have been taken to ensure public safety and prevent fear among citizens.
He mentioned that DMP continues to maintain various mobile patrols, picket duties, and intelligence surveillance.
In response to a query regarding where crude bomb components are being manufactured and who is involved, Akhtar pointed out that the Detective Branch (DB) had previously arrested individuals associated with such activities and recovered explosive substances, confirming that intelligence surveillance is maintained across all aspects.
When asked about the collection of fuel in vehicle arson attacks and whether petrol pump owners were being alerted, Akhtar remarked that any substance could be used for various purposes.
However, he stressed that police are keeping a close watch to detect whether flammable materials are being bought or sold anywhere for sabotage.
He added that intelligence surveillance and monitoring are active, and authorities are observing and analysing CCTV footage to track down those acquiring combustible materials for sabotage purposes as part of ongoing DMP operations.
