Police have arrested two individuals, including a leader of the banned Awami League, in Jashore. The arrests were made during separate drives conducted in different areas of the district on Thursday. The identities of the arrestees and details of the operations have been confirmed by police authorities.

Identities of the arrestees

The arrestees are a leader of the banned Awami League in Jashore district and an associate. Their names and designations have been officially released by the office of the Superintendent of Police. During preliminary interrogation, they reportedly admitted involvement in party activities, according to police sources.

Details of the operations

According to police sources, the arrests were made following tip-offs, with raids conducted in specific areas of Jashore. Several items were seized during the operations, which will be used in the legal proceedings, said investigating officials.

Legal proceedings

The process of filing cases against the arrestees under existing laws is underway. Police have stated that they may be produced before the court with a remand prayer. Additional police have been deployed in the area, and the situation remains under control.

Context

Earlier, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) arrested four leaders and activists of the banned Awami League and its affiliated organizations in separate drives in Uttara, Dhaka. Drives to curb the activities of banned organizations continue across the country. Law enforcement agencies have indicated that such operations will persist in the coming days.