Ansar security measures keep Gazipur factories, highways operational

Six platoons of Ansar Battalion striking forces have been deployed in Gazipur to prevent possible disorder, violence and threats to public safety amid labour unrest in one of the country's largest industrial zones.

Regular patrols, heightened vigilance and rapid-response measures by the Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Force have helped maintain normalcy in the industrial areas. Factory production has continued, highway traffic remains normal, and people are moving around without disruption, according to a press release.

The special security operation began on November 4 in key and sensitive areas of Gazipur under the guidance of Ansar and VDP Director General Major General Abdul Motaleb Sajjad Mahmud and the overall supervision of Dhaka Range Deputy Director General Md Asaduzzaman Gani.

The six platoons are conducting regular patrols, monitoring the situation and taking necessary security measures in Shafipur, Mouchak, Gacha, Bhogra Bypass and Mawna.

The force is working to prevent potential untoward incidents, keep industrial production running and ensure safe movement for the public.

Field-level security operations are being conducted under the leadership of circle adjutants and upazila Ansar-VDP officers, in the presence of executive magistrates from the district administration.

The operation is being coordinated and supervised by Gazipur District Commandant Md Ashikuzzaman, Deputy Director Rafiuddin Zakaria and Assistant Director Muhammad Abdus Samad.

To strengthen security efforts, the force has established an information network involving its intelligence unit, locally enrolled members and Ansar personnel assigned to various industrial establishments.

Ansar guards deployed at nearby industrial facilities have also been kept ready to respond quickly to emergencies and provide necessary assistance.

The Bangladesh Ansar and Village Defence Force said it continued to work professionally and responsibly to protect industrial zones and key installations, ensure public safety and assist the civil administration in maintaining law and order.

The security operation in Gazipur will continue in coordination with the local administration and relevant stakeholders to maintain a peaceful environment, ensure the smooth operations of workers and factory owners, and safeguard public movement.