The crackdown on unrest and violence in Bangladesh continues as security forces have arrested over 1,300 individuals across the country in an operation dubbed “Operation Devil Hunt”. This operation, led by Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus and the interim government, was initiated in response to recent incidents of mob attacks and vandalism, including the injury of student activists in Gazipur.
According to reports, a total of 1,308 individuals have been apprehended, with 274 arrests made in metropolitan areas and 1,034 in other parts of the country. Most of those arrested are said to be members of the ruling Awami League and its affiliated organizations. In Gazipur, 81 leaders and activists of the Awami League were detained, while similar arrests were made in Cumilla and Noakhali.
Operation Devil Hunt aims to restore public safety and quell unrest caused by groups allegedly linked to the previous autocratic regime. Home Adviser Md Jahangir Alam Chowdhury emphasized that the operation will target anyone attempting to destabilize the country and ensure that all perpetrators face justice. The Home Ministry has set up a command center at the Police Headquarters to monitor the law and order situation nationwide.
The security operations come in the wake of escalating tensions, with recent protests resulting in the destruction of buildings associated with ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s family. The interim government has attributed the violence to Hasina, who is currently in exile facing charges of crimes against humanity. Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus has called for calm and urged the public to uphold the rule of law.
As the government continues its efforts to maintain peace and stability in Bangladesh, the operation is expected to persist until all instigators of unrest are brought to justice. The country remains on high alert as security forces work to neutralize potential threats and safeguard public security.
