Recruitment of 100,000 AL-era constables under investigation

At least 100,000 police constables recruited between 2014 and 2024 under the Awami League government are under investigation over alleged irregularities in the recruitment process.

Inspector General of Police (IGP) Md Ali Hossain Fakir, in an official order, directed the formation of district-level investigation committees to probe allegations of corruption, rule violations, and other misconduct.

A senior Police Headquarters officer confirmed the matter to Jago News on Monday (16 March). The order has been sent to all 64 district police superintendents.

On average, 8,000–10,000 constables are recruited annually, meaning nearly 100,000 recruits are now under review. Each committee, led by the District Police Superintendent (SP), will submit its findings to Police Headquarters by 15 April. Committees will include the Additional SP (Administration), District Intelligence Officer (DIO-1), and Reserve Office Inspector (RO/RO-1).

The inquiry will examine whether candidates used false addresses, purchased property to qualify as permanent residents, received special treatment during tests, or were influenced by political affiliations. Discrepancies between written and oral exam scores, leaked question papers, and the involvement of corrupt officials or brokers will also be investigated.

Additional DIG (Recruitment and Career Planning-1) Md Abu Hasan has instructed all district SPs to implement the order.

The investigation follows allegations of irregularities during recruitments under the Awami League government, including assigning candidates to other district quotas, using political recommendation lists, and denying jobs to candidates on merit due to intelligence reports.