Dhaka, Nov 04 (V7N) — The government is set to re-investigate the tragic murders that took place during the 2009 BDR mutiny at Pilkhana, announced Home Affairs Adviser, retired Lt. Gen. Md. Jahangir Alam, on Monday. Speaking after his visit to the Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) headquarters in Dhaka, he revealed that the new investigation is intended to revisit unresolved questions surrounding the massacre that shocked the nation.

The adviser, however, mentioned that it is too early to determine whether a commission will be formed for this purpose. “It is certain, however, that the murders will be re-investigated, one way or another,” he said.

Reflecting on the current law and order status, Lt. Gen. Jahangir Alam stated that while there has been improvement, there is still more progress needed. “The situation is satisfactory, but it needs to be better to reach a highly satisfactory level,” he noted.

In his address to BGB personnel, the adviser emphasised the importance of securing borders without compromise. He called for stringent measures to curb smuggling, underscoring that no relaxation would be tolerated in maintaining border security.

When asked about efforts to control Rohingya infiltration, he noted that while BGB enforces a strict policy against infiltration, the humanitarian aspect must also be considered, particularly with ongoing conflict in border regions. “Infiltration is prohibited, but there is a human side,” he explained. “There are already 1.3 million Rohingyas, but those attempting to enter are usually sent back.”

The 2009 BDR mutiny, which took place on February 25 and 26, resulted in the deaths of 74 people, including 57 army officers, and led to international scrutiny. In the aftermath, the Border Guard’s name and uniform were changed, and it was rebranded as Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB).

The trial of the mutiny was conducted within the BGB court, while the murder case was handled in the conventional judicial system. Two cases were filed under the Explosives and Murder Act, with 468 members of the former BDR acquitted or released following the proceedings.

The renewed investigation aims to bring clarity and closure to one of the most tragic events in Bangladesh’s history, as families and the public continue to seek answers and accountability.

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