Dhaka, Feb 22 (V7N) — State Minister for Education and Dhaka-13 Member of Parliament Bobby Hajjaj has said the government has taken effective initiatives to stop robbery, extortion, and teenage gang violence in the Mohammadpur and Adabor areas of the capital.

He made the remarks on Sunday morning while visiting party leaders and activists receiving treatment at a private hospital in Dhanmondi.

Zero Tolerance on Extortion

Hajjaj said the ruling Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government would not allow anyone to carry out extortion in the party’s name, emphasizing a strict stance against criminal activities.

Allegations Over Election Violence

The minister alleged that rival candidate Mamunul Haque ordered attacks on several polling centers during the February 12 election.
According to him:

  • More than 100 leaders and activists were injured

  • Several victims are still undergoing treatment

  • Legal action will be taken against those responsible

Planned Security Upgrades

To improve law and order in the constituency, Hajjaj announced a set of measures:

  • Installation of 550 CCTV cameras

  • Establishment of a police camp in Basila

  • Setup of 20 police boxes

  • Increase in patrol vehicles

  • Steps to strengthen police capacity after relocation of an army camp

He said these initiatives aim to restore public safety and prevent theft, robbery, and violence in the area.

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