Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chowdhury Abdullah Al-Mamun called upon the recently promoted Additional IGPs to work together to tackle any crisis in the country.

The IGP made the call while addressing the rank badge-adorned ceremony of the senior officers who have been promoted to the post of additional IGPs from the DIGs at the Hall of Pride of the Police Headquarters on Tuesday afternoon.

Bangladesh Police Women Welfare Association (PUNAK) President Dr Taiba Musarrat Janha Chowdhury was present as a special guest at the event. The newly promoted additional IGPs and their spouses were also present on the occasion.

According to Bangladesh Police custom, IGPs and spouses of promoted officers adorned the rank badges of the promoted Additional IGPs.

In the beginning of his speech, the IGP said that in response to Bangabandhu's call, the police formed the first armed resistance against the Pakistani invading forces.

He said that Bangladesh Police has been able to deal with militancy and terrorism. The police are capable of facing any challenges related to law and order in the future as well.

On congratulating the promoted officers, the IGP said, this promotion is a recognition of their efficiency.

The newly promoted officers expressed their commitment to provide maximum service to the people in the spirit of the Liberation War.

It may be noted that the government has promoted 14 senior officers (DIGs) of the Bangladesh Police to the post of additional IGP.