Attack on cops will not be tolerated: PM

Blasting the BNP for attacking police on Tuesday, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina yesterday warned that the government would not tolerate such attack anymore.

The PM came up with the warning after she adorned newly appointed Inspector General of Police Mohammad Javed Patwary with the IGP rank badge at the Gono Bhaban.

She said the law enforcement agencies were playing a strong role in maintaining law and order. "Even their members are sacrificing their lives in protecting people's lives and properties."

Hasina also sought cooperation from the people to root out terrorism, militancy and drug menace from the country.

Police perform many tough responsibilities, the PM said.

She also sought people's cooperation so that country's development continued.

After adorning Javed with the IGP rank badge, the PM greeted him by presenting a bouquet.

Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan and outgoing IGP AKM Shahidul Hoque were present.

On Tuesday, BNP activists attacked a prison van and snatched two detained fellow men from it near the Supreme Court area.

Three policemen were injured as the BNP men swooped on the law enforcers, guarding the vehicle, with sticks.